Newly Qualified Accountant (Contract)

Posted 15 January 2026
Salary £40000 - £50000 per annum + + bonus + benefits
LocationBelfast
Job type Contract
Discipline Accountancy & Finance
ReferenceRJL1501262_1768487934

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be supporting a major Belfast based infrastructure organisation in the recruitment of a Newly Qualified Accountant on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent first move from practice into industry, offering exposure to a large, regulated environment with significant planned investment across the region.

What's in it for you?

  • £40,000 - £47,000
  • Immediate start available
  • Hybrid working model
  • Long-term contract with progression potential
  • Supportive team and excellent benefits package

The Role:

Reporting to a Senior Finance Lead within the Financial Reporting team, you will:

  • Produce accurate month-end financial reporting
  • Support Finance Business Partners with business planning and reporting
  • Assist with statutory, regulatory and interim audit processes
  • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities
  • Support project accounting and investment-related reporting
  • Assist with finance change initiatives, including systems and process improvements
  • Work collaboratively with the wider finance team as required

Essential Criteria:

  • Newly or Recently Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
  • Strong understanding of audit and financial reporting processes
  • Advanced MS Excel skills; SAP experience desirable
  • Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines

Full job spec available upon application**

For further information on this role, or to discuss other Accountancy & Finance opportunities across Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Robbie Lemon at VANRATH for a confidential discussion.