Location: Dundonald
Employment Type: Part‑Time. Permanent
Salary/ Hourly rate: £15-£20 per hour.
Working Arrangement: Office‑based (flexible day)

About the Role

Our client, a small and long‑established family business based in Dundonald, is seeking an experienced and dependable Bookkeeper to support their financial administration on a very part‑time basis. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, accurate, and comfortable working independently within a friendly, close‑knit environment.

The position requires approximately 8 hours per month, with complete flexibility on which day these hours are completed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date bookkeeping records
• Process invoices, receipts, supplier payments, and expenses
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger checks
• Prepare financial information for the external accountant
• Liaise directly with the external accountant when required
• Correct handling and recording of UK VAT to support VAT return preparation
• General finance administration appropriate for a small business

Candidate Requirements

• Proven bookkeeping experience
• Experience using Sage (essential)
• Experience with UK VAT procedures (essential)
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Confident communicator, particularly when liaising with an external accountant
• Comfortable working in a small, family‑run office environment
• Must be eligible to work in the UK, as no sponsorship is available for this position

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working day (approx. 8 hours per month)
• Supportive, family‑orientated working environment
• Office‑based role in Dundonald
• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience

How to Apply

For further information or to express interest, please contact Patricia at Apple Recruitment by clicking on the link and sending your CV.

Additional Information

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Belfast (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £33,706 – £40,588
Contract: Temporary , Full-Time 6 months (initially)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Are you an experienced auditor ready to take on a leadership role? Join a well-established Internal Audit team supporting public sector services. This opportunity offers hybrid working and the chance to lead high-quality audit assignments that influence operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit assignments from planning to reporting

• Supervise and support audit staff, providing guidance and on-the-job training

• Liaise with stakeholders to manage sensitive and complex audit discussions

• Deliver work in line with Government Internal Audit Standards

• Identify value-adding recommendations for improved risk management and control

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified as a Certified Internal Auditor or part-qualified with a CCAB/CIMA body and 2+ years’ experience in audit/finance
  or 4+ years’ experience in internal audit

• A full UK driving licence (reasonable adjustments considered)

• Excellent communication, supervisory, and time management skills

This is an excellent opportunity to shape the delivery of audit services in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.

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. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.

Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.

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

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