14 Finance jobs in Northern Ireland

Amplifi Talent are partnering with a privately owned, high-growth SME to recruit a Head of Finance on a permanent basis. Our client operates in the import / manufacturing sectors so a finance professional with experience in these areas would represent an ideal hire.

This is a new role created in response to increased demand and therefore offers the incoming Head of Finance the opportunity to shape the finance function how they see fit. The focus being ensuring finance has the capacity to support the continued growth the company is experiencing as it diversifies its product offering and expands into new markets.

Key criteria includes:

• The ability to produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts
• To take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, and financial projections
• Have experience of product costing, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Multi-currency experience and an understanding of the impact of currency fluctuations on business operations
• Experience of inventory management and stock valuation
• Demonstrable experience of developing and optimising internal systems

Our client is focussed on bringing in an individual with the experience to build and lead the finance function. Therefore, this opportunity is open to qualified and QBE Accountant's.

For further information, please contact Billy McCarthy at Amplifi Talent.

Amplifi Talent are partnering with a privately owned, high-growth SME to recruit a Head of Finance on a permanent basis. Our client operates in the import / manufacturing sectors so a finance professional with experience in these areas would represent an ideal hire.

This is a new role created in response to increased demand and therefore offers the incoming Head of Finance the opportunity to shape the finance function how they see fit. The focus being ensuring finance has the capacity to support the continued growth the company is experiencing as it diversifies its product offering and expands into new markets.

Key criteria includes:

• The ability to produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts
• To take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, and financial projections
• Have experience of product costing, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Multi-currency experience and an understanding of the impact of currency fluctuations on business operations
• Experience of inventory management and stock valuation
• Demonstrable experience of developing and optimising internal systems

Our client is focussed on bringing in an individual with the experience to build and lead the finance function. Therefore, this opportunity is open to qualified and QBE Accountant's.

For further information, please contact Billy McCarthy at Amplifi Talent.

We are working with a leading international firm for an experienced associate to join their Dublin-based asset finance team.

The Role:

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, advising on a diverse range of asset finance matters, including transactions, transaction documentation review, and preparation and negotiation of security documentation.

The candidate will play a key role in high-profile transactions, advising a broad client base of national and international clients on a variety of asset finance matters. The candidate will also demonstrate a willingness to contribute to business development while managing client relationships.

Essential Criteria:

• 4+ years’ PQE;
• Strong background in asset finance, banking, or structured finance. Background in two or more areas highly desirable;
• Strong academics;
• Demonstrable commercial awareness;
• Technically excellent;
• Negotiation skills;
• Supervisory skills;
• Willingness to become involved in business development;
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

Benefits:

• Excellent salary package (commensurate with experience);
• Generous benefits package;
• Focus on career development and opportunity to grow within a diverse and ever-growing area of law;
• Excellent client base;
• Hybrid working;
• Inclusive and friendly culture.

Please contact Andrew Currie on or email if you would like to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Legal Billing / Accounts Assistant - Successful Law Firm - Belfast/Hybrid Working - c£26k-£28k + great benefits

We are looking for a  process-driven, highly numerical and accurate Billing / Finance / Accounts Assistant , with c6months - 1 years experience, to join a successful national law firm, in their Belfast office, as a Legal E-Billing Assistant.
 

Joining a market-leading organisation, the Legal Billing Assistant will be responsible for monthly billing for fee-earners and will ensure the accurate and efficient production of documentation and dispatch of invoices.

What’s on offer ? 

Our client is extremely proud of their unique culture and fun, fast-paced environment; they truly value their employees, providing the support, management and training opportunities individuals need to reach their full potential and ambitions.  

• Great opportunity to join a successful organisation
li>Competitive salary  li>Hybrid working
• Discretionary bonus schemes 
li>25 days annual leave   < i>Life insurance  li>Private healthcare  li>Pension scheme 

And more….

Key responsibilities as the Legal E-Billing Assistant:  

• U loading eBills onto portal/hub
• Dealing with all eBilling queries professionally
• Managing rejections accordingly to ensure timely resubmission
• Updating third party vendor sites
• Coordinating accruals, reporting and budgets, and submitting to client portals

And more.
 

What we’re looking for:  

• Previous experience in a similar Legal Billing Admin role is advantageous
• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly organised, methodical and diligent nature
• Strong IT skills including MS Office applications (MS Excel required)
• Experience of e-billing systems is advantageous (3E is ideal)
• Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels professionally and confidentially
• Ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines  
< i>Proactive, professional and personable team player

Interested in this Legal Billing Assistant role ?  

If this role sounds of interest and you have the experience, skills and capabilities we’re looking for, then we’d love to hear from you ASAP!  

Please submit your CV, quoting ‘LO - Legal Billing Assistant’ 

Purpose of Role

The role involves maintaining an efficient, organised and accurate finance function for the business through undertaking a variety of day-to-day financial operations such as sales and purchase ledgers and bookkeeping. This is a reactive role that will evolve with the needs, growth and direction of the company. In addition to core finance duties, the role includes responsibility for ensuring the organisation operates within regulatory frameworks and maintains financial and operational compliance across all areas. This is a part-time hybrid position. Salary is based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Bookkeeping:

• Complete bank & cash reconciliations
• Maintaining spreadsheets
• Generating customer invoices and obtaining payments
• Enter and code financial transactions appropriately
• Checks all financial transactions for accuracy
• Running Payroll and managing pension contributions
• Providing up-to-date Creditor / Debtor reports
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Provide monthly reports to management detailing financial performance
• Manage cash flow ensuring financial commitments of the company are met
• Assist with the preparation of annual accounts and liaising with external accountants
• Liaise with suppliers ensuring invoices are received and correct
• Liaising with the bank and external stakeholders as required
• Managing petty cash

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure the company adheres to internal financial policies and controls
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements including HMRC, Companies House, and pension authorities
• Maintain accurate records in line with financial, audit, and regulatory requirements
• Support the preparation and coordination of external audits
• Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation to ensure full compliance
• Develop and maintain compliance checklists and internal documentation
• Identify and mitigate potential risks related to financial procedures and data security
• Manage and store sensitive information in accordance with GDPR and company policies
• Oversee insurance policies and support insurance claims where required

Operational Support:

• Supporting the operational and commercial functions of the business
• Assisting other members of the team with various administrative and finance-related tasks
• Providing administrative support to the team
• Receiving and dealing with emails
• Answering phones, taking messages, and fielding calls
• Help maintain organised filing systems
• Other responsibilities as and when required

Person Specification

• Enthusiastic, committed and fast learner with at least five years' experience in a busy accounts and compliance environment
• Demonstrated experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, accountancy procedures, and compliance standards
• Experience using Sage and QuickBooks
• Proven ability to interpret and apply regulations to business operations
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage deadlines
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a professional phone manner
• Team player with a flexible, can-do attitude and the ability to think on your feet
• Highly organised with good administration and time management skills
• Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
  

Audit Assistant Director (Finance)

National College Group (Education)

Full Time/Permanent

Newcastle

£47-49K

We are searching for an Assistant Director of Data and Assurance for a national college group based in Newcastle. Reporting into the Director of Business Assurance and Risk, the appointed individual will deliver a portfolio of risk and assurance activities designed to protect and enhance the business. This role is for someone with a general audit background, and the relevant professional must have CIA ACCA or ACA or CIMA Accountancy qualification.

The new Assistant Director of Data and Assurance will also contribute to maintaining high standards of data protection across the business.

This is a varied and hands-on role where the Assistant Director of Data and Assurance will pay a key part in supporting their risk, assurance, and data protection activities.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of leading internal audits across a complex organisation. Previous management experience would be preferred.

Responsibilities:

To support the Director of Business Assurance and Risk in:

• Carrying out high quality advisory reviews to support management in discrete areas that may be less established or where the subject matter does not lend itself to a formal audit as part of the internal audit plan; ensuring reviews are undertaken in accordance with professional standards and with minimum supervision.
i>Confidently leading planning, scoping and feedback meetings with senior stakeholders when undertaking risk, assurance and advisory activities. li>Documenting advisory and assurance work to a high standard and in adherence with professional standards. li>Working collaboratively and effectively with their assurance partners. This includes overseeing the timely and successful delivery of the internal audit plan which is outsourced to our audit partner.
• Consistently seeking ways to modernise the assurance offer and challenge existing methods to drive continuous improvement (including the use of IT / Data analytical tools as available).
• Proactively delivering the follow up of recommendations process.
• Establishing positive relationships with group staff, championing the assurance offer and supporting key stakeholders to recognise the value of assurance.
• Preparing high-quality Audit and Risk Committee papers which require little / no rework.
Investigating and responding to data security incidents and overseeing the implementation of actions.
• Supervising and supporting the Data Protection Compliance Officer to ensure requests ie information requests/ data right requests/ requests from law enforcement authorities are actioned in line with relevant legislation.
• Overseeing and supporting progress against the ICO’s Accountability Framework. This includes working with the Data Protection Compliance Officer, the Records Management Officer and with wider stakeholders to implement actions and strengthen compliance.

Experience: 

CIA/ACCA/ACA qualification a must.
• Thorough understanding of the principles of risk management, internal control and internal audit practices.
l >Experience of leading internal audits across a complex organisation (ideally within the education sector).
• Experience in general data auditing.
• The ability to quickly understand policies and procedures and apply auditing principles.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to draw conclusions from audit fieldwork, and make suggestions as to possible improvements to internal control.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills, including the ability to produce accurate and succinct reports.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and negotiate with others (at all levels).
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Able to obtain clear DBS Certificate