Part-Qualified Accountant

Downey Osborne; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established international professional services group is seeking a Part Qualified Accountant to join their UK finance team in Belfast. This role presents a unique opportunity to be part of a growing organization known for its quality standards and commitment to long-term career development. The successful candidate will maintain accurate accounting records, support management accounts preparation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. A collaborative team player with strong Excel skills and attention to detail is essential. Flexible working arrangements and additional benefits are included.

Benefits

Flexi working (start times)

Bonus - 10% of salary

Pension - 4% of annual salary

28 days holiday + stats

Laptop & technology equipment

Study support for further learning

Interactive E-Learning training provider

Social events throughout the year

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance environment is necessary.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills are essential.
• Must be highly organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and ledgers for clients.
• Support monthly management accounts preparation.
• Assist with VAT return preparation and submissions.

Skills

Experience in accounts, finance, or client services

Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Clear communication skills

Motivated and adaptable

Job description

We’re delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well established international professional services group to appoint a Part Qualified Accountant to their UK finance team. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and long-term career development.

What’s on Offer?

• Flexi working (start times)
• Bonus - 10% of salary
• Pension - 4% of annual salary
• 28 days holiday + stats
• Laptop & technology equipment supplied for working from home
• Study support for further learning
• Interactive E-Learning training provider
• Social events throughout the year
• Additional benefits - cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme
• Enhanced maternity / paternity

About You

• Experience in an accounts, finance, or client services environment
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team player with clear communication skills
• Motivated, adaptable, and keen to continue learning

Your Responsibilities

• Always:
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and ledgers for a portfolio of clients
  • Support the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and journals
  • Assist with VAT return preparation and submissions
  • Maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
• Often:
  • Support preparation of financial statements for a range of entities
  • Assist with regulatory and compliance reporting
  • Liaise with auditors and respond to audit queries
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders and external clients
  • Support and mentor more junior team members
• Occasionally:
  • Assist with statutory reporting and year-end processes
  • Support budgets, forecasts, and intercompany reconciliations
  • Maintain the Fixed Asset Register
  • Assist with ad-hoc finance and reporting projects
• Never:
  • Pretend to be Batman when there is a temporary power outage in the office

Interested?

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