Accountant - Financial Reporting

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 to Apply: If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV 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.