Senior Accountant
JOB_53985164804270Job type
PermanentLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
ConstructionPay
£45000 - £55000 per annum
Senior Accountant - Belfast - £45000 - £50000 per annum
Your new company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant to join a fast-growing and ambitious organisation based in Belfast. This expanding business is known for its strong culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes. With a clear growth trajectory and investment in its people, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your contribution will have real impact.
Your new role
As Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting while supporting business performance through insightful analysis.
Responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities will include:
- Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with IFRS/GAAP
- Supporting statutory accounts production and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Managing the general ledger, including balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
- Delivering a timely and accurate month-end close process (journals, accruals, prepayments)
- Supporting internal and external audits, ensuring queries are resolved effectively
- Preparing VAT returns and supporting broader tax compliance requirements
- Monitoring cash flow and supporting forecasting activities
- Maintaining the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate depreciation and reporting
- Strengthening financial controls and driving continuous process improvements
- Providing variance analysis and financial insight to support business decision-making
This role offers strong exposure across finance, allowing you to contribute strategically while maintaining hands-on technical responsibility.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical and analytical capabilities. You will also demonstrate:
- Proven experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts and audit support
- Strong knowledge of IFRS or GAAP
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and ownership
What you'll get in return
In return, you will join a growing organisation that values its people and offers:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Clear career progression and development opportunities
- Exposure to a dynamic and expanding business environment
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- A collaborative and supportive culture focused on growth and innovation
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Senior AccountantJOB_539851648042702026-06-102026-09-08
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