About the Opportunity

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a valued client for an experienced Accountant to join their finance team on a full-time Fixed-Term Contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who is looking to join a busy and supportive finance function and contribute to the day-to-day financial operations of a successful organisation.

The client is ideally seeking someone who can commence employment in early October, with interviews expected to take place next Friday.

This position would particularly suit a part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) or a qualified-by-experience finance professional who has strong transactional accounting experience and enjoys working in a hands-on role with varied responsibilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end processes, managing purchase ledger activities, and ensuring the accuracy of the trial balance before management accounts preparation.

The organisation has recently completed a transition to Sage Intacct, a modern cloud-based accounting system. Previous experience with Sage Intacct or similar cloud-based finance software would be highly advantageous, although candidates with strong accounting fundamentals and experience using other accounting systems will be considered.

The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Accountant will support the Finance Team and Senior Management by processing purchase and sales transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring effective financial controls are maintained.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work accurately to strict deadlines within a busy finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the trial balance and assist the Finance Director in the preparation of management accounts.
• Reconcile cash accounts and maintain records within cloud-based accounting software.
• Maintain the Purchase Ledger function.
• Raise purchase orders and liaise with suppliers.
• Process purchase invoices accurately and promptly.
• Allocate payments and receipts accurately against customer and supplier accounts.
• Complete month-end cut-off procedures accurately and within departmental deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities as required.
• Maintain effective financial controls and accurate documentation.
• Assist with ad hoc finance projects and related accounting activities as required.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 3 years’ administration and finance experience.
• Experience using accounting software within a finance environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Willingness and ability to learn new finance systems, software and processes.
• Experience within Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable functions.
• Experience maintaining financial records and working to trial balance stage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Analytical and methodical approach.
• Flexible and adaptable attitude.
• Team player with a willingness to support colleagues and wider departmental objectives.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Great if you have this but not essential:
• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.
• Experience using Sage Intacct or another modern cloud-based accounting system.
• Experience working within a high-volume transactional finance environment.
• Experience using ERP or MIS systems.
• Previous experience supporting month-end processes and management reporting.
• Strong reconciliation experience.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Full-time Fixed-Term Contract opportunity.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative finance team.
• Exposure to Sage Intacct and modern finance systems.
• Varied and hands-on accounting role.
• Opportunity to further develop accounting and finance experience within a busy commercial environment.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied and hands-on accounting role within a successful organisation. The position offers exposure to modern accounting systems, responsibility across a broad range of financial activities, and the opportunity to work closely with senior management while developing valuable commercial finance experience.

Important Information
Applicants must have permanent right to work in the UK, including British or Irish citizenship, Settled Status, Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), or another form of unrestricted permanent work authorisation.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV to patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Location: Belfast
Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until 31 December 2026)
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an Accounts Administrator on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Belfast.

This is a Fixed Term Contract until 31st December 2026 with the possibility of extension.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator to join a busy Accounts and Property Management team. The successful candidate will provide administrative and accounts support, assisting with invoice processing, maintaining accurate records, responding to enquiries and ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the
department.

The role would suit someone with previous experience in administration, accounts support, customer service or office administration who is looking to gain valuable experience within a professional and fast-paced environment.

The Role
The Accounts Administrator will support the Accounts and Property Management teams by processing information accurately, maintaining records, handling enquiries and assisting with general administrative duties.

This is a varied role requiring excellent organisation, strong attention to detail and a professional approach when dealing with clients, residents and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately input invoice information into the company’s ERP system.
• Respond to contractor enquiries by telephone and email, including invoice and account-related queries.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to Account Managers and the wider team.
• Handle incoming calls from clients, residents and contractors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Process and maintain client information accurately and confidentially.
• Carry out general data entry, database maintenance, scanning, filing and document management duties.
• Escalate complex queries to the appropriate team members when required.
• Support the efficient operation of the Accounts and Property Management functions.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure information is up to date.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in an administrative, accounts administration, customer service or office support role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Professional telephone manner and excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, professional and able to maintain confidentiality.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience using an ERP, finance, accounting or property management system.
• Previous experience processing invoices or providing accounts support.
• Experience within property management, housing, facilities management, construction or a related sector.
• Knowledge of residential property management administration.

Salary & Benefits

• £26,000 – £28,000 per annum (DOE)
• Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2026
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to gain experience within a successful and professional organisation
• Varied role supporting accounts administration, customer service and operational delivery
• Supportive team environment
• Valuable experience within a busy office setting

Interested?
If you are an organised and proactive administrator with strong attention to detail and excellent customer service skills, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV to Patricia O’Neill at Apple Recruitment or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.