Trainee Management Accountant
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Trainee Management Accountant
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Belfast (Hybrid)
Full-time, Entry-level, Finance & Accounting
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Compliance Maturity Specialists provide governance, risk and compliance solutions to the payments, FX and digital asset sectors across UK and Europe. Over the last fifteen years, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has built a reputation for providing high quality, commercially focused advice. Following a strategic partnership with Bridgepoint in 2022, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is on an exciting growth trajectory.
The Role
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career and gain hands-on experience in financial operations within the professional services sector, studying toward a recognised professional qualification.
Responsibilities
- Preparing monthly Management Accounts to draft stage, including full monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts across all group companies and posting monthly nominal journals.
- Drafting Revenue Recognition journal on a monthly basis, reconciliation of Accrued and Deferred Revenue.
- Monitoring and reporting of Financial and Non-Financial metrics to Senior Management and Board level.
- Management of accounts payable function to ensure correct month-end cut-off and accrual identification.
- Management of accounts receivable function including invoicing cut-off and credit control with Project Managers.
- Processing of Intercompany transactions, including interest and reconciliation.
- Contribute to payroll and staff expenses processing.
- Monitoring departmental budgets and investigating variances.
- Provide external audit support.
- Maintain accurate financial records and perform bank reconciliations.
- Support day-to-day financial administration and ad hoc Corporate Services projects.
Essential Criteria
- Completing a 2.1 or above degree by June 2026 in Finance or Accounting.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates initiative and willingness to learn.
- Professional and confidential approach.
- Ready to commence studying for professional accountancy exams.
Desirable Criteria
- Demonstrates a keen interest in GRC or corporate finance.
- Experience working within a professional services business.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in a busy finance department.
- Study support for CIMA qualification.
- Mentoring and support from experienced finance professionals.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].