Assistant Accountant (Newry)

VANRATH are working exclusively with a growing and forward-thinking FMCG business that is expanding its finance team due to continued success and recent investment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic company as an Assistant Accountant. What you'll get A supportive, team-oriented environment Excellent opportunities for career progression Exposure to a wide range of financial and operational processes The chance to join a growing company at an exciting stage of development Flexible start and finish times Reduced hours/ part time hours available Immediate start available What you'll do As the Assistant Accountant , you will work directly with the Finance Manager and wider finance team to support month-end reporting and day-to-day financial operations. Your responsibilities will include: Bank reconciliations Preparation and submission of VAT returns Completing Intrastat reports and other statutory filings Stock control and reconciliation of stock movements Managing the creditors ledger: processing invoices, reconciling supplier accounts, and preparing payments Overseeing the debtors ledger: allocating payments, chasing outstanding debts, and issuing statements Credit control: maintaining good relationships with customers while ensuring timely payments Supporting with month-end reporting, journals, accruals, and prepayments Assisting with management accounts preparation and financial reporting General ledger maintenance and reconciliation tasks About you Part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, or IATI or equivalent (QBE)) 2 years of experience in a similar finance role, ideally within manufacturing or a fast-paced environment Strong Excel skills Experience with ERP/accounting systems (SAP, Sage, or similar) Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Proactive, driven, and eager to learn and grow with the business For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence. LinkedIn Chanel Gillen Skills: Assistant Accountant Part- qualified accountant Management Accounts

Location: Newry, GB

Posted Date: 6/28/2025