Accounting Technician
Posted 6 days ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Lisburn, County Antrim, UK
Summary: The Accounting Technician role in Lisburn involves supporting the Finance team in delivering accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. The position requires collaboration with the Management Accountant and Finance Business Partners to ensure effective financial planning and control. The role includes responsibilities such as preparing management accounts, maintaining financial systems, and participating in audits. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and opportunities for professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
- Supporting the development of annual revenue and capital budgets.
- Preparing financial returns for government departments and internal stakeholders.
- Maintaining financial systems, posting journals, and ensuring compliance with month-end and year-end routines.
- Participating in treasury management, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
- Supporting internal and external audit processes.
- Contributing to system improvements and the implementation of new financial software.
Key Skills:
- A degree or equivalent qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Experience in a financial or management accounting environment, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector.
- Strong technical skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and reconciliations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Salary (Rate): £17.65 hourly
City: Lisburn
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Your new company
As an Accounting Technician, you will be a key member of the Finance team, supporting the delivery of timely and accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. You'll work closely with the Management Accountant and Finance Business Partners to ensure robust financial planning and control across the organisation.
Your new role
Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
Supporting the development of annual revenue and capital budgets.
Preparing financial returns for government departments and internal stakeholders.
Maintaining financial systems, posting journals, and ensuring compliance with month-end and year-end routines.
Participating in treasury management, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
Supporting internal and external audit processes.
Contributing to system improvements and the implementation of new financial software.
What you'll need to succeed
A degree or equivalent qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Experience in a financial or management accounting environment, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector.
Strong technical skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and reconciliations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
What you'll get in return
£17.65 per hour
Paid weekly
Hays Timesheet via App
Opportunity to work in a high-impact, purpose-driven organisation.
Hybrid working options and flexible working hours.
Access to training and development opportunities.
Supportive team environment and modern office facilities.
What you need to do now
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