Bookkeeper

Brook Street Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Belfast city centre client who is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounting Technician to join their growing team.

This opportunity would suit a qualified Accounting Technician, an experienced Bookkeeper, or a strong accounts administrator with substantial bookkeeping and financial record-keeping experience. The client is open to considering candidates on either a full-time or part-time basis, with remuneration tailored to experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients using cloud-based accounting software, primarily QuickBooks.
• Process invoices, bank transactions and other bookkeeping entries efficiently and accurately.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure client records are maintained to a high standard.
• Process financial information received through third-party software, primarily Dext.
• Manage client communications, including requesting monthly or quarterly records and responding to bookkeeping queries.
• Liaise with an off-site bookkeeping team to ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare VAT returns in compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and year-end accounts for companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Support the wider team in meeting client deadlines and departmental objectives.
• Provide general administrative support as required.
• Adapt to and utilise new systems, processes and applications as the business evolves.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounts administration or a similar finance support role.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar cloud accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy when processing financial information.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative with minimal supervision.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade C or above.

Desirable Criteria

• A minimum of three years' relevant experience within an accountancy practice, bookkeeping bureau or similar environment.
• Experience using Dext, AutoEntry, Xero, Sage or other cloud-based accounting systems.
• Qualified Accounting Technician or qualified Bookkeeper.
• Experience assisting with management accounts and year-end accounts preparation.
• Experience managing workflow across multiple clients or a client portfolio.

What's on Offer?

• Flexible opportunity available on either a full-time or part-time basis.
• Competitive salary package, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.
• Belfast city centre location.
• Opportunity to join a supportive and professional team environment.

To apply, please submit your CV to Colleen Farquharson via the application link.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.