Bookkeeper / Accounts Preparation

Job Description


VANRATH are working with a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Belfast to recruit a Bookkeeper / Accounts Preparation Senior. This role sits within a collaborative, client-focused team and offers the chance to work with a wide range of businesses across sectors.
You'll play a key role in supporting clients with their cloud-based systems, assisting in the production of management accounts, and preparing financial information that underpins strong advisory relationships. The role offers real variety, professional support, and clear development opportunities.

What you'll be doing:

  • Maintaining accurate financial records, including AP/AR and bank reconciliations
  • Preparing and posting monthly payroll journals and month-end adjustments (e.g. accruals & prepayments)
  • Assisting clients with their cloud accounting systems - mainly Xero and QuickBooks
  • Preparing monthly management accounts, including full balance sheet reconciliations
  • Supporting VAT return compilation and MTD compliance
  • Assisting the wider team with ad hoc reporting and analysis
  • Analysing time spent on jobs and supporting with fee drafts

What you'll need:

  • A bookkeeping qualification or part-qualified IATI (or equivalent)
  • Experience in a practice or professional services setting
  • Strong knowledge of core bookkeeping and accounting principles
  • Confident using Xero, QuickBooks and relevant add-ons (Dext, Hubdoc, etc.)
  • Proficient in Excel - able to use pivot tables, lookups and filters
  • Strong communication skills - client-facing and collaborative
  • Highly organised and capable of managing multiple deadlines

Why apply?

  • Be part of a long-established and growing firm with over 100 staff
  • Access to a varied and high-quality client portfolio
  • Excellent training and cloud systems in place
  • Competitive salary
  • Career progression within a supportive, well-structured team

    What's the next step?
    If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other senior accountancy jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Emma Jayne Bowen at VANRATH or on LinkedIn in the strictest confidence.

    Why VANRATH will help you secure your next role:
    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.