Overview:

Apple Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an Audit Manager with private sector experience on behalf of our client, one of the largest accountancy firms in Northern Ireland.

The organisation provides a proactive audit service that is professional, relevant, and meaningful. Their unique approach to client support ensures you will be involved in a broad range of interesting work from the outset, helping clients achieve their objectives and supporting their strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage private sector audit client portfolios

· Identify and mitigate audit risks

· Ensure compliance with audit standards and regulations

· Mentor and train audit staff

· Maintain strong client relationships

· Manage financials across audit engagements

· Contribute to business development efforts

Requirements:

· ACA or ACCA qualified

· Proven experience in private sector audit

· Strong communication and client management skills

· Risk assessment and mitigation expertise

· Team leadership and mentoring experience

· Commercial awareness and business development mindset

· Organised, proactive, and solutions-oriented

Benefits:

· Competitive salary and benefits package

· Life assurance and generous pension

· Access to health, wellbeing, and lifestyle savings hub

· Learning and development programs

· Internal mentoring and buddy systems

· Visa sponsorship (certificate only) available in certain cases

Next Steps

If you would like to apply or find out more, please send your CV to Patricia via the apply button.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Even if this role isn’t quite right for you, we are happy to have a confidential discussion about your career.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Belfast City Centre Position: Full-Time, Permanent Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Package & Benefits

· Competitive salary: £47,000 – £55,000 pro rata

· Death in service: 4× salary

· Pension: contribution dependent on level

· Annual leave: 23 days plus 10 public holidays

· Access to an employee benefits hub with health, financial wellbeing resources, and lifestyle savings

· Opportunities for learning and development, including structured on-the-job training and personal development programmes

· Hybrid working to balance flexibility with excellent client service

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Exciting Opportunity: Personal Tax Manager – Belfast

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, for a Personal Tax Manager to join their Belfast office. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, provide expert personal tax and estate planning advice, and play a key role in a growing, dynamic team.

You will:

· Manage a diverse portfolio of personal tax clients

· Act as the main point of contact and develop client relationships

· Identify and deliver personal tax planning opportunities

· Be involved in estate planning services

· Manage the financial aspects of your portfolio

· Participate in business development activities

· Support the training and development of your team

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About You

· ACA and/or CTA qualified

· Experience managing a personal tax compliance function OR delivering personal tax and estate planning services to a portfolio of clients

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Proven experience developing and maintaining client relationships

· Eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis (no sponsorship offered)

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Next Steps

If you would like to find out more, please email your CV to Patricia via the link or call for a confidential chat.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Even if this role isn’t quite right for you, we are happy to have a confidential conversation about your career.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Permanent. Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already have the permanent right to work in the UK.

We are recruiting on behalf of a top accountancy firm for a Corporate Tax Manager to join their Belfast team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, including Top 100 NI businesses and UK subsidiaries of international groups.

What you’ll do:

· Oversee corporate tax compliance and act as the go-to technical expert for your team

· Mentor and develop team members, supporting their career growth

· Contribute to business development initiatives

· Work closely with Tax Directors on client portfolios

About you:

· ACA or CTA qualified (or equivalent)

· Experience at review level in corporate tax compliance

· Strong communicator, confident in client and team interactions

· Technical expertise to manage and guide a team effectively

What’s on offer:

· Salary: £47,000 – £65,000 DOE

· Hybrid working and flexible office arrangements

· Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and structured training

· Access to an employee benefits hub covering health, wellbeing, and lifestyle savings

📧 Interested? Send your CV to Patricia or call for a confidential chat. All applications are treated with strictest confidence.

Due to continued success, our client, a UK-wide business service provider, is seeking a Senior Manager to join their Internal Audit department in Belfast. This is a senior role managing the delivery of internal audit plans and assignments from planning through to completion and reporting, while overseeing the Internal Audit Team and contributing to training and development.

Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already have the permanent right to work in the UK.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Internal Audit Planning: Develop and execute internal audit strategies and plans based on risk assessments and organisational objectives.

2. Assignment Planning: Meet with client staff to discuss areas under review, develop Terms of Reference, and allocate internal audit resources effectively.

3. Audit Execution: Oversee internal audit fieldwork for financial, compliance, and operational audits in line with internal audit standards.

4. Review and Completion: Review team outputs and hold close-out meetings with client management to discuss findings.

5. Reporting: Prepare and review draft internal audit reports with actionable recommendations; present reports to client management and Audit Committees.

6. Compliance: Assist with implementation of Global Internal Audit Standards during 2025 and ensure all audits meet these standards.

7. Collaboration: Build strong client relationships and understand their processes thoroughly.

8. Quality Assurance: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, monitoring KPIs and maintaining high standards in audit delivery.

9. Training and Development: Mentor internal auditors and other staff, maintaining knowledge of standards and best practices.

10. Special Projects: Participate in client special projects and investigations as required.

11. Departmental Management: Support recruitment, objective setting, resource and budget planning, and workflow management.

12. Business Development: Prepare high-quality tender documentation to win new internal audit service opportunities.

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Salary & Benefits

· Salary: £55,000 – £65,000

· Death in service: 4× salary

· Pension contributions dependent on level

· 23 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

· Access to employee benefits hub with health, financial wellbeing, and lifestyle savings

· Opportunities for learning and development

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Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above) and membership of either:

o Chartered Internal Auditor (Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors) or

o Full membership of a CCAB-recognised accountancy body (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS, CIPFA)

· Proven experience in public internal auditing, with at least 3 years at management level

· Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

· Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, principles, and methodology

· Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to present findings to clients and Audit Committees

· Commitment to ongoing professional development

· Willingness to travel across the UK and Republic of Ireland as required

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Next Steps

If you would like to apply or find out more, please send your CV to Patricia via the apply button.

All applications are treated with the strictest confidence. Even if this role isn’t quite right for you, we are happy to have a confidential discussion about your career.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We are recruiting on behalf of a top UK-wide Business Services organisation for an Internal Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing Belfast team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead audits, manage a talented team, and work with a diverse client base.

Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already have the permanent right to work in the UK.

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Key Responsibilities

· Audit Planning and Execution: Develop and implement tailored internal audit plans for clients based on risk assessments and organisational objectives. Conduct financial, compliance, and operational audits, overseeing and reviewing the work of junior auditors.

· Internal Controls Assessment: Evaluate the effectiveness of clients’ internal controls, identify weaknesses, and recommend actionable solutions to mitigate risks and improve efficiency.

· Reporting and Recommendations: Prepare clear, concise audit reports with findings, conclusions, and practical recommendations to help clients strengthen their operations.

· Collaboration and Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients to understand their processes and provide valuable insights and support during the audit process.

· Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and guide junior auditors, fostering professional growth and contributing to the overall development of the internal audit team.

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Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above) and membership of either the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors or a CCAB-recognised accountancy body (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS).

· Proven experience in internal or external auditing, with strong knowledge of internal audit methodology.

· Experience supervising or managing teams in an audit environment.

· Proficiency in audit software, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

· Sound understanding of internal audit standards, principles, and best practices across various industries.

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What’s on Offer

· Competitive salary £42000 – £45000 DOE

· An excellent benefits package to include:

· Death in service: 4× salary

· Pension contributions dependent on level

· 23 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

· Access to an employee benefits hub with health & financial wellbeing resources and lifestyle savings

· Opportunities for learning and development

· Career opportunities.

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Next Steps

If you are interested, please send your CV to Patricia or call for a confidential chat.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Even if this role isn’t quite right for you, we are happy to have a confidential conversation about your career.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

📍 Location: Belfast City Centre 🕒 Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm 📄 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

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Package & Benefits

· Competitive Salary – commensurate with experience

· Death in Service – 4× annual salary

· Pension Scheme – employer contributions based on level

· Annual Leave – 23 days plus 10 public holidays

· Employee Benefits Hub – access to health, financial wellbeing tools, and lifestyle discounts

· Learning & Development – structured training, ongoing CPD, and personal development support

· Hybrid Working – flexible arrangements while maintaining excellent client service

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The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Senior VAT Manager to join a leading professional services firm in Belfast. This is a client-facing position offering the chance to work across a wide range of sectors and projects. You’ll deliver high-level VAT advice, ensure compliance, and play a vital role in the growth of the VAT function through business development and relationship building.

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Key Responsibilities

· Provide VAT and indirect tax advice to UK and international clients

· Advise charities and not-for-profit organisations on VAT liability, recovery, partial exemption, and related areas

· Support clients on property transactions and provide ad hoc advisory services

· Carry out VAT Due Diligence assignments for high-value deals

· Undertake VAT health checks and compliance reviews

· Oversee and review client VAT returns submitted by the business

· Communicate key VAT updates internally and externally

· Manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships

· Actively contribute to business development and team strategy

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About You

· Strong technical knowledge of UK VAT

· Experience gained in practice or a HMRC environment

· Proven ability to manage a varied VAT client portfolio across multiple sectors

· Confident communicator, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels

· Experience in staff supervision or team management

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Interested? Let’s Talk.

To learn more, please send your CV to Patricia via the link or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Not quite the right role? We’re happy to have a discreet conversation about your career plans and future opportunities.

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Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency on behalf of our client. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Location: Belfast Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Please note, this employer does not offer sponsorship. You must therefore already have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Apple Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an Audit Manager with public sector experience on behalf of our client, a leading business advisory organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio, mentor a team, and contribute to the growth of a highly regarded firm.

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Key Responsibilities

· Manage a diverse portfolio of public sector clients across Ireland and the UK.

· Lead end-to-end audit delivery for your portfolio, ensuring compliance with relevant audit standards and regulations, reporting to the Partner.

· Train and mentor team members, developing their technical and professional skills.

· Build and maintain trusted client relationships.

· Oversee the financial management of your portfolio.

· Contribute to the firm’s business development initiatives.

· Opportunity to broaden your portfolio into NFP and Corporate audit sectors subject to agreement and performance.

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Salary & Benefits

· Competitive salary: £47,000 – £65,500

· Death in service: 4× salary

· Pension contributions dependent on level

· 23 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

· Access to employee benefits hub with health & financial wellbeing resources and lifestyle savings

· Opportunities for learning and development

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Requirements

· ACA, ACCA, or CIPFA qualified

· Experience and proficiency in public sector audit

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop exceptional client relationships

· Solid organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently

· Leadership and mentoring experience, with a track record of developing junior staff

· Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business development

· Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

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Next Steps

If you would like to apply or find out more, please send your CV to Patricia via the apply button.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Even if this role isn’t quite right for you, we are happy to have a confidential discussion about your career.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

📍 Location: Belfast, Saintfield Road
💷 Pay Band: Band 7
🕒 Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
📄 Duration: Temporary

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant (Band 7) on behalf of our client

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced qualified accountant to join a busy Finance team, supporting senior managers and budget holders through the provision of high-quality financial management, business case development, financial analysis and reporting.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial planning, budget management, service development proposals and strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial support and advice to senior managers and budget holders.
• Develop business cases and service development proposals through detailed financial analysis and costing information.
• Investigate financial variances and contribute to the implementation of corrective actions.
• Support financial planning, monitoring returns and monthly financial reporting.
• Assist with capital reporting and monitoring of asset acquisition programmes.
• Support annual budget setting, budget monitoring and financial control processes.
• Produce and analyse management accounting information and reports.
• Deliver financial information and guidance to budget holders to support effective decision-making.
• Participate in internal and external working groups and contribute specialist financial expertise.
• Liaise with auditors and support implementation of agreed recommendations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance function.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must possess:

• CCAB Qualified Accountant status.
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant financial management experience.
• At least 1 year’s experience of budgetary control and the preparation of management accounting information and reports.
• At least 1 year’s experience in business case production.
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve successful financial management outcomes.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to analyse and present complex financial information.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of Health and Social Care (HSC) financial systems.

What’s on Offer?

• Band 7 opportunity within a leading public sector organisation.
• Full-time hours (37.5 hours per week).
• Approximately 6-month temporary assignment.
• Opportunity to contribute to key financial projects and service developments.
• Valuable experience within the Health and Social Care sector.

How to Apply

Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format to:

Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

Apple Recruitment Services are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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 caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

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.

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 preparing annual reports and accounts, managing financial processes, supporting audit requirements, and ensuring strong 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
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
Promoting 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 caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com
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.