Company Accountant in Armagh

Company Accountant

Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: 50- 55k doe

Inclusion IQ is delighted to be supporting our client, a well established and growing business based in Armagh. Their close-knit team of approximately 70 employees, has built a strong reputation within its industry, combining a wealth of experience and commitment to quality, innovation and excellent customer service. Despite its continued growth, the business has maintained a welcoming, family-oriented working culture where employees are valued, supported and encouraged to develop.

They are hiring a full time permanent fully qualified Company Accountant to take full responsibility for the company's finance function, becoming a key member of the business and working closely with senior management to support financial performance and future growth.

The Role

The successful candidate will have complete ownership of the day-to-day finance operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cashflow management and wider financial strategy. Reporting directly to senior management, the Company Accountant will take ownership of the full finance function, ensuring effective financial management, accurate reporting and strong financial controls throughout the business.

Key responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and overall operation of the finance function.

• Preparing monthly management accounts, overseeing month-end processes and presenting financial results to senior management.

• Managing cashflow forecasting, working capital, financial planning and budgetary control.

• Overseeing year-end accounts preparation in accordance with UK GAAP and managing the statutory audit process.

• Ensuring accurate payroll processing, VAT returns, tax reporting and ongoing financial compliance.

• Managing quarterly VAT returns, including calculations relating to the Second Hand Margin Scheme and Second Hand Margin Vehicle Payment Scheme.

• Preparing and coordinating annual Research & Development, reporting and supporting relevant claims.

• Overseeing financial records, reconciliations and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with statutory and audit requirements.

• Evaluating capital expenditure, investment opportunities and project financing, providing commercial financial guidance.

• Leading and supporting the finance team, encouraging development, accountability and high standards of performance.

• Overseeing monthly and annual stocktakes, working alongside operational departments to maintain stock accuracy and financial control.

• Advising on the movement of goods between GB, NI and ROI including an understanding of the Trader Support Service (TSS).

• Supporting Senior Management with business growth, financial strategy and improved operational performance.

Essential Criteria

• Fully qualified Accountant with a recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.

• 2 years post-qualification experience within a finance, industry or accountancy practice environment.

• Proven experience preparing monthly management accounts and overseeing month-end financial reporting.

• Strong understanding of year-end accounts, statutory reporting, audit preparation and financial compliance.

• Experience managing budgets, cashflow forecasting and financial controls.

• Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll and relevant tax reporting requirements.

• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and advanced Excel.

• Experience using accounting software.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills, ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Benenden Health benefit completion of a six-month probationary period.

• Opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function and make a genuine impact on business performance.

• Company Culture -Family feel

• Opportunity for L&D