Management Accountant (Newly Qualified) in Belfast

It’s an exciting time to join Fieldfisher in Belfast! Our Belfast office is experiencing significant growth as we expand our presence and strengthen our business across the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic team during a period of rapid development and innovation. We’re building something special here driven by ambition, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. If you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow with us, now is the perfect time to come on board.

Overview: The main responsibilities will be assisting in the production of monthly management accounts, reconciliations of control accounts, regulatory financial requirements such as VAT returns and surveys, continued development of financial reporting and preparation of the firm’s statutory accounts and supporting schedules ready for the annual audit.

A bit about the role: The role will sit within the accounts department in our Belfast office. The role will include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Assist with the monthly consolidated management accounts process, liaising with UK and International accounting colleagues as appropriate
• Prepare monthly Management Packs including P&Ls, cash-flow and balance sheets
• Ensure all GL control accounts are reconciled
• Ensure all accruals and prepayments are accurately recorded
• Review all other journals processed
• Intercompany reconciliations between all offices
• Completion of quarterly VAT returns
• Review Management Accounts and key variance reports
• Ensure accurate distribution of Management Accounts
• Significant assistance with year-end Statutory Financial Statements preparation
• Ensure processes and internal controls are documented, follow best practice and are continually improved, assisting the Finance Team Lead to plan and implement changes as appropriate
• Implement key financial and reporting processes where necessary
• Develop working relationships with Business Managers and Lead Partners
• Assist with Budget and Forecast preparation
• Handle and resolve complex management accounts queries
• Support the firm’s working capital team to supply client-specific analysis on a timely basis
• Working closely with the firm’s Finance Systems Team to enhance and improve the firm’s reporting
• Other ad-hoc financial work
• Liaise with the firm’s auditors and with other key functions of the firm when required

A bit about you: Proven experience of working as a Management Accountant producing Consolidated Management Accounts and monthly financial reporting. Legal/Professional services experience would be preferable, but is not a prerequisite. Must be a qualified accountant, either ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Experienced with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel including use of macros) and good exposure to IT finance systems. Experienced with producing quarterly VAT returns. Good experience of seeking and implementing ways to improve the current practice. Must have a conscientious, accurate and methodical approach to work. Excellent written and oral communication skills, e.g. articulate when communicating to partners and key staff, and able to present financial results to the function and wider business. Can demonstrate strong relationship-building skills with the ability to deal with partners, fee earners and clients at all levels. A team player with a flexible and proactive approach to work, with the ability to work autonomously.

Who are we looking for? We don’t have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer? You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.

In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.

Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more.

Modern Office Space: Located in the iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.

Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You’ll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you’d like to study more closely.

Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive: If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated. We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine, at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

What to do next: Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV. Successful applications will be invited to a 20-30 minute introductory call with a recruiter. Every role recruits differently. But we’ll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises. For hybrid opportunities, you’ll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting. We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can’t always promise that. We will work around everyone’s availability. You can contact us at Brianna.Hart. We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.