Company Accountant

Omexom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Belfast is seeking a Company Accountant to manage financial reporting, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS while supporting month-end closing activities. The ideal candidate will have a CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification, a minimum of two years' experience, and strong IT skills, particularly in Excel. This role offers limited travel and flexible working options along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified with a relevant degree.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience required.
• Strong IT proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements.
• Coordinate month-end closing activities.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting.

Skills

Outstanding oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

People management experience

Ability to influence others

Education

CIMA / ACCA / ACA, Degree or equivalent accounting qualification

Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SAP

Job description

Job Title

Company Accountant

Reporting To

Group Finance Manager

Business Unit

Head Office

Purpose of the Position

The Company Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for Omexom UK & ROI entities. This includes managing financial accounting processes, supporting month-end closing, preparing financial statements, and providing detailed financial analysis in accordance with regulatory and internal standards. The role requires collaboration with other departments, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, and contributing to the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Responsibilities & Duties

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely financial statements for applicable entities within the Omexom UK & ROI group, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and internal reporting standards.

• Provide input into the quarterly and annual financial reporting, assisting with variance analysis and commentary.

• Oversee the reconciliation of accounts and ensure proper classification of transactions.

Month-End / Year-End Closing

• Coordinate month-end closing activities, ensuring that all transactions are recorded accurately and on time.

• Oversee the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and ensure timely resolution of any discrepancies.

• Manage year-end audit preparation, liaising with external auditors and providing required documentation.

Compliance & Controls

• Promote and monitor adherence to company policies, internal controls, and relevant financial regulations.

• Ensure the accurate and timely filing of tax returns, including VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory obligations for applicable entities.

• Oversee reconciliations of intercompany balances and transactions to ensure appropriately disclosed.

Cash Flow Management & Forecasting

• Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with financial projections for applicable entities.

• Monitor and manage working capital, identifying areas for improvement or potential risks.

• Oversee and assist the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure effective operation.

Process Improvement

• Continuously evaluate and improve financial accounting processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.

• Support the implementation of new financial systems or processes as needed.

• Assist with internal audits to identify and mitigate financial risks.

Payroll Management

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

• Ensure compliance with labour laws, tax regulations, and company policies.

Ad-hoc Projects

• Support special projects or initiatives related to finance and accounting as required.

• Assist with financial due diligence for acquisitions, ERP integrations, or other corporate actions.

Qualifications and Experience

Education and Experience

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA, Degree or equivalent accounting qualification.

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience.

Skills

• Outstanding oral and written communication and organisational skills.

• Attention to detail, focused on quality and accuracy, within a fast-paced environment, without compromising deadlines.

• Ability to analyse and interpret variances.

• Strong IT skills, in particular Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Knowledge of SAP preferable.

• People management experience.

• Ability to influence others.

• Self-starter who can work on their own initiative but also be able to work effectively as part of a team.

General Criteria

This role will be based from our Belfast office and will require limited travel throughout the year to other group offices within the UK & ROI. Flexible working options are available, and a competitive salary and benefits package will apply.

Values

In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must have the following qualities:

Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support, and drive performance.

Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient, high-quality results.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.