Job description
Join a forward-thinking, dynamic organisation dedicated to excellence and innovation. Our client, a reputable leader within their sector, is seeking a highly skilled Group Accountant to join their Belfast-based team, supporting multiple subsidiaries across the UK and Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to lead financial operations within a thriving company that values growth, integrity, and professional development.
Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary, £50,000 - £60,000 (reviewed annually in July)
- 32 days holiday (including statutory days), increasing with service
- Employer pension scheme with contributions up to 7% (maximum 10%)
- Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity schemes
- Flexible working options, including one remote day per week after probation
- Premium death in service benefit (6x salary for scheme members)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Comprehensive training and ongoing career development
- Free tea, coffee, and fruit
- Healthcare cash plan and numerous discounts via benefits platform
- Recognition for length of service and paid professional subscriptions
- Modern offices equipped with gym and shower facilities
About your next employer:
This organisation is a prominent player in their industry, operating on a global scale with a reputation for quality and innovation. They manage a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries across England, Ireland, and Wales, boasting a supportive and collaborative culture, a strong focus on sustainability, and continuous investment in staff development. Reporting directly to the Financial Director, you will be part of a close-knit, experienced finance team within a respected company renowned for its strong internal controls and commitment to excellence.
About you:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent); part-qualified candidates with significant relevant experience may also be considered
- Strong background in management accounting, statutory reporting, and financial processes
- Proven leadership and supervisory skills
- Experience working within computerised accounting systems (ideally Sage Payroll, Microsoft Navision/Business Central)
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Attention to detail with a "right first time" approach
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a proactive mindset
- Willingness to travel within the UK and ROI for stock takes and audits
What you'll do:
- Lead and support the Group Accounts team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Prepare management and statutory accounts, budgets, and financial forecasts
- Oversee compliance with VAT, statutory regulations, and other statutory obligations
- Manage external audits, including liaising with auditors during year-end processes
- Support subsidiary companies with financial data accuracy, process improvements, and issue resolution
- Travel to subsidiary sites to oversee stock takes and ensure proper financial procedures are followed
- Ensure operational activities such as payroll, debtor collection, and statutory surveys are completed efficiently
- Drive continuous process improvements to optimise financial operations
For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact Robbie Lemon at VANRATH for a confidential chat today.
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