20 Nov 2025 BBBH61460 Trainee Audit and Accounts / PQ £25000.00 - £35000.00 per annum Belfast

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy firm in Belfast seeks a Trainee Accountant to manage audit clients and prepare statutory accounts. The ideal candidate is part-qualified or qualified by experience and will enjoy benefits such as a competitive salary, hybrid working, and study support. Strong client relationship management skills are essential, especially during busy audit seasons from April to August.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Early Friday Finish

Hybrid working

Study Support

Employer pension (3% after 3 months)

Bupa health plan

Group Life Assurance

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Preference for experience in mid-tier accountancy practice or Big 4 audit.
• Open to candidates part-qualified (PQ) or qualified by experience (QBE).
• Ability to work under pressure during busy audit seasons.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts in support of audit engagements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Experience in external audit

Client relationship management

Statutory accounts preparation

Education

Trainee Accountant or Part-Qualified

Job description

Trainee Accountant / Part-Qualified (Audit + Accounts) - Belfast

MCS Group is pleased to be partnering with a reputable and expanding accountancy firm to recruit an Audit and Accounts Newly Qualified to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established practice known for its commitment to client service and professional growth.

The company was established over 25 years ago and provide their clients with a range of Accountancy services such as Audit, Advisory, Forensic Accounting, Payroll, Corporate restructuring and more.

Benefits

The successful Trainee Accountant can expect to receive the following:

• A competitive salary
• Early Friday Finish
• Hybrid working
• Study Support
• Employer pension - 3% of gross salary, starting after 3 months.
• Annual leave is 20 days + 11 stat days (Xmas until New Year closure not part of holidays) plus an extra days leave for your birthday.
• CPD opportunities
• BUPA health plan - providing cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy costs.
• Group Life Assurance & group Income Protection policies also in place for all permanent employees.

Role

You will have a wide range of duties, such as:

• Report directly to Managers
• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients, with peak activity during April to August
• Prepare statutory accounts in support of audit engagements
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Provide clients with a comprehensive financial overview.

Person

The ideal candidate will be:

• Trainee Accountant or Part-Qualified
• Preference for a mid-tier accountancy practice, but open to candidates from Big 4 audit teams
• Experience in external audit and statutory accounts preparation
• Open to candidates who are part-qualified (PQ) or qualified by experience (QBE)
• Comfortable working under pressure during busy audit seasons (April-August)
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver clear, value-added insights

Please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on 02896935506 or [e-mail]