Assistant Accountant

Hays Accountancy and Finance are looking for an Assistant Accountant for City Centre - imminent start

Your new company
Join one of Northern Ireland's most prominent and respected organisations in the arts and culture sector. With a long-standing reputation for delivering world-class performances and unforgettable experiences, this charitable organisation is a cornerstone of the local creative community. Governed by a dedicated Board of Trustees and led by an experienced executive team, the organisation is committed to excellence, innovation, and community engagement.
Your new role
As Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager and wider team. You'll be responsible for preparing departmental and hospitality management accounts, processing weekly payroll, and maintaining both purchase and sales ledgers. This is a varied and hands-on role that also includes VAT reconciliation, credit control, and supporting the month-end close and audit processes. You'll also collaborate with other departments to ensure financial procedures are followed and reporting is accurate and timely.What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll need to be IATI qualified or part-qualified with a recognised accountancy body (ACCA, CIMA, ICAI, ICAEW) and have at least two years' recent experience in a finance environment. You should have:

Strong experience in management accounts, including prepayments, accruals, and reconciliations.

A solid background in purchase ledger and supplier payments.

Experience processing weekly payroll and understanding of payroll and pension legislation.

Proficiency in VAT reconciliation and returns.

Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

Experience with Microsoft Business Central/NAV, Pegasus Opera Payroll, or EPOS reconciliation would be advantageous.What you'll get in return

Based in Belfast City Centre

Excellent salary

Maternity contract

Ability to learn from experienced team members and be part of something really special!

Opportunity for professional development

Positive working culture

Part of a supportive team

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.
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