Client Advisory Accountant

2 weeks ago

Belfast, Ireland VANRATH Full time
The Role I'm recruiting for a fast-growing, boutique advisory practice in Belfast that works with some of the most exciting and high-potential businesses in the tech, creative, and professional sectors.

This is not your typical accounting job - it's an opportunity to work directly with ambitious founders, offer real commercial insight, and grow your own career fast in a modern, forward-thinking environment.

The firm combines hands-on compliance support with commercial advisory work - think forecasting, R&D tax, profit planning, and business strategy - giving you early access to the kind of exposure that's rare at this level.

If you're newly or recently qualified (ACA or ACCA) and want more than just ticking boxes, this role will give you variety, visibility, and the chance to make a difference to your clients' success.

What You'll Be Doing Work directly with high-growth clients across tech, creative, and start-up sectors Prepare and interpret management accounts, cashflows, and business KPIs Deliver financial models and forecasting that drive decision-making Advise clients on tax-efficient structures, director remuneration, and profit extraction Handle corporate tax, personal tax, VAT, R&D tax relief and CGT queries Ensure clients remain compliant with statutory accounts, tax filings, and payroll Build trusted relationships with founders and business owners Be involved in business development and practice growth activities About You Newly or recently qualified (ACA / ACCA) Strong grounding in accounts prep and tax within a UK accountancy practice Commercially curious - you want to know why the numbers matter Confident working with entrepreneurial, fast-moving clients Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset Comfortable using cloud software (Xero, Quick Books, etc.) What's on Offer A diverse client base of start-ups, scale-ups, and creative industries Exposure to business strategy, personal tax, R&D and financial planning A genuinely collaborative team in a modern central Belfast office Accelerated progression with hands-on mentorship 30 days annual leave, bonus potential, pension scheme Flexible culture with early finish Fridays and regular networking events If you're an ambitious accountant who wants to do more than compliance - and you're excited by the idea of helping businesses grow - this could be your next big step.

What's the next step? If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other senior accountancy jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Emma Jayne Bowen at VANRATH or on Linked In in the strictest confidence.

Why VANRATH will help you secure your next role: Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland.

This success is a direct result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism and the wealth of knowledge held by our Senior Consultants.

VANRATH has a demonstrable track record in pairing the best local talent with leading local businesses.

Skills: Chartered relationship accountant team corporate finance

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