Finance Manager/ Part Qualified Accountant

• Annual Salary: £40,554 - £43,532
• Location: Belfast
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reed Recruitment is delighted to be working with a charitable organisation, with offices based in Belfast. Our client has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join their team. Offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive team, the successful applicant will be responsible for completing the following duties:

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations including sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in coding, recording, and timely payments and receipts.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and monitor aged debtors while proactively managing credit control.
• Ensure compliance with the purchase order system
• Support the preparation of management information to aid operational decisions and prepare quarterly VAT Returns to ensure maximum VAT recovery.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and support during the financial audit.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Undertake ad-hoc projects and provide financial reporting and analysis as required

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial management and operations, preferably within a similar sector.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively support and develop finance staff.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, VAT issues, and financial reporting.
• Experience in managing payroll processes and compliance with HMRC and pension obligations.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to adhere to and uphold the organisation's values and ethical standards

Essential Criteria:

• Part Qualified Accountant
• A minimum of 3 year’s practical experience of operating an accounting package to final Trial Balance and management accounts stage
• Experience of payroll processing or management.
• A high level of knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work flexibly, conscientiously and use own initiative to meet deadlines.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse financial information effectively.
• A full current driving licence and access to a car, or alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence

Benefits:

• Excellent holidays
• 8.5% employer pension contributions/ 6 % employee
• Flexible working
• Hybrid working ( 1 day working from home after a period of probation)
• Health cash plan
• Employers for childcare vouchers

Hours of work

• Monday- Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-4.30pm

If you would like to be considered for this position, then please apply via the link provided. Alternatively, please feel free to contact Caron Hamill from the Reed Offices directly and in the strictest of confidence. We look forward to hearing from you.