Group Accountant

An established and highly reputable multi-site business is seeking aGroup Accountantto join its Head Office finance team in Antrim. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded, fully qualified accountant to play a key role in group financial reporting and support the continued growth of the organisation. The business is now private equity backed which gives excellent exposure for personal development.

Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, theGroup Accountantwill take ownership of the monthly group reporting process and contribute to the ongoing development of strong financial controls, compliance, and reporting across the business.

The Opportunity

• £45k - £55k salary
• Bonus scheme potential
• 29 days leave
• Company pension
• Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of accurate monthly group management accounts within agreed deadlines.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all financial transactions across the group.
• Preparation of supporting schedules and detailed backup for management reporting packs.
• Oversight of statutory and regulatory returns, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and Intrastat.
• Support the year-end audit process and act as a key contact for external auditors.
• Review, maintain, and improve financial controls, processes, and policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial returns to external bodies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong commercial and group accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Self motivated, driven, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Apply below or get in touch withMarc Norton at Artemis Human Capitalfor full details.