Assistant Accountant - County Londonderry - Up to £35,000

Assistant Accountant
- County Londonderry
- Up to £35,000

We’re delighted to offer an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our widely recognised client’s dynamic team. This is your chance to grow alongside a business committed to excellence and innovation.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive Salary

• Clear Pathway for Career Progression

• Comprehensive Benefits

• Flexible working- condensed hours option

• Hybrid Working

• Free On-Site Parking

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a proactive mindset. The ideal candidate will have:

• Part-qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant experience

• Strong IT skills and confidence using financial systems

• Good analytical and organisational skills with attention to detail

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly

• The ability to work well in a fast-paced and evolving environment

Your Responsibilities

Always:

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines

• Support the production of year-end accounts and liaise with auditors as required

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate financial records

• Assist with VAT returns, payroll processing, and other statutory filings to ensure compliance

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis

Often:

• Prepare financial reports for management, highlighting key trends and performance insights

• Support analysis of margins, cash flow, and cost control to aid decision-making

• Identify opportunities to improve processes within the finance function

• Work with operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and alignment with business activity

• Assist with project accounting and cost tracking across the business

Occasionally:

• Support the implementation of new systems or improvements to existing finance processes

• Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors and banks when required

• Assist with financial planning for business initiatives and growth projects

• Contribute to ad hoc reporting and analysis requests from senior management

Never:

• Park anywhere other than your free on-site space

• Avoid dancing in the rain unless you feel like it