Accountant (£42k/Belfast/Hybrid)

Job Description

Are you seeking that next strategic move in your career? Are you considering a move from Practice to Industry? This could be the perfect next step!


VANRATH are partnered with a leading global client who are passionate about supporting newly or recently qualified accountants in their journey.

In order to attract the very best talent on the market a generous remuneration package is on offer based on experience plus a range of benefits including:

  • Salary up to £42,000, depending on experience
  • Holiday leave
  • Employer pension contribution
  • Hybrid working
  • Life assurance


The client:

Our client is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. They support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.

The Role:

Every day brings a new challenge so you'll need to be a team player at heart, with an eye for detail,
great organisational skills so you can prioritise your day to ensure you meet deadlines.

Responsibility for the management of designated Private Equity or Real Estate Clients

  • Review quarterly and annual financial statements and reports
  • Work closely with your line Manager and Technical & Training Team to ensure financial statements meet the Funds' reporting requirements, eg UK GAAP or IFRS
  • Ensure the accurate communication of all cash movements between the Fund and its Investors through the issuance of relevant notices to investors
  • Oversee the preparation and completion process of Client deliverables including agreeing time tables with Clients, and thereafter monitoring progress against these to ensure deliverables are on track

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be qualified and experienced in the following areas:

  • Higher level education, IATI qualification, or equivalent
  • ACCA/ ACA/CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrable experience working in a professional office environment. Ideally working in financial services or accounting practice working on multiple client relationships
  • Experience in the review of working paper files and Financial Statements including
  • disclosures, or alternatively, can demonstrate strong accounting background through previous experience and CPD
  • Management of Client relationships and experience with resolving issues directly with Clients
  • Experience in supporting and mentoring less experienced team members
  • Intermediate Excel skills.



For information:

If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other accountancy or finance jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Henry Webb at VANRATH in the strictest confidence.

About us:

Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland. This success is a direct result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism and the wealth of knowledge held by our Senior Consultants. VANRATH has a demonstrable track record in pairing the best local talent with leading local businesses.