Accountant – Financial Reporting

Location:

Belfast (BT1) – County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Salary:

41272.00

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Job ID:

133003950

Company:

Apple Recruitment

Posted On:

20 May 2026

Job Title: Financial Reporting SO Accountant
Location: Belfast
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week, Monday-Friday (9:00am – 5:00pm)
Salary: £41,272
Duration: Temporary – Until End of August 2026
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role On behalf of our client, Apple Recruitment Services are delighted to be recruiting for a Financial Reporting SO Accountant to join a leading public sector organisation

This role will support the Financial Reporting Team and involves financial reporting, VAT compliance, fixed asset management, audit support, staff management, and ensuring robust financial governance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of Annual Reports and Accounts in accordance with HM Treasury and Department of Finance guidance, incorporating IFRS

Dealing with internal and external auditors including the Northern Ireland Audit Office

Compliance with VAT reporting

Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register for the organisation

Analysis of financial data

Production of monthly and/or quarterly management accounting information

Providing advice and guidance on the use and interpretation of financial information, accounting requirements, and best practice

Drafting and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and controls

Management of the financial processing function

Management of staff and other resources

Lead, manage, and motivate staff to ensure continuous improvement of services

Ensure effective staff management including absence and performance management

Promote good governance across the organisation

Carrying out additional duties as required by management

Essential Criteria:
Successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full, current member of one of the following professional bodies:

Chartered Accountants Ireland

Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland

AND

A minimum of one year’s experience gained within the last five years in one or more of the following areas:

Financial planning and budgeting

OR

Financial Management / Management Accounting

OR

Financial Accounting / Auditing

OR

Development / Implementation of Financial Systems

OR

Strategic planning and decision support in a finance or regulatory environment

How : If you wish or would like more information, please in Microsoft Word format to Caroline at

Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, academic achievements, and contact details.

Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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