VANRATH
Assistant Accountant
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Assistant Accountant – Multiple Locations Across Northern Ireland
We are currently working with a range of clients across Northern Ireland to recruit Assistant Accountants to join growing finance teams across multiple sectors.
These roles offer excellent opportunities for part-qualified or recently qualified candidates to:
- Gain broad exposure across finance functions
- Develop their technical skillset
- Progress within supportive, well-structured environments
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with month-end close, including:
- Journals
- Accruals and prepayments
- Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial reports
- Maintaining accurate financial records and reconciliations, including:
- Bank reconciliation
- Balance sheet reconciliation
- Supplier and customer reconciliations
- Processing:
- Purchase and sales invoices
- Payments and expenses
- Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Supporting VAT returns, audits, and compliance requirements
- Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies
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👉 These duties reflect typical Assistant Accountant responsibilities, such as maintaining records, preparing reports, and supporting financial operations.
Criteria
- Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or working towards qualification
- Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant / Finance role
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team
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What’s on Offer
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Competitive salaries (depending on experience)
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Opportunities across:
- Belfast
- Armagh
- Craigavon
- Wider Northern Ireland regions
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Clear progression routes and study support (where applicable)
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Exposure to a wide range of industries and finance functions
Summary
These roles are ideal for candidates looking to build on existing finance experience, gaining exposure to areas such as:
- Reporting
- Reconciliations
- Payroll
- Financial analysis within a structured finance team.
For further information or to apply, visit the link provided or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential discussion.
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