Financial Accountant

We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a qualified and experienced accountant to join the Finance team within Almac Diagnostic Services. As Financial Account/ Senior Accountant / Company Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting the effective financial management of the business. You will prepare and review monthly management accounts, provide clear financial commentary and analysis, oversee balance sheet reconciliations and support the completion of year-end accounts and audit working papers.

You will also supervise and support colleagues within the Finance department, helping to manage day-to-day activities, resolve issues and ensure key financial deadlines are achieved. Working closely with both financial and non-financial stakeholders, you will provide accurate information and meaningful insight to support effective business decisions. This is a varied and influential role for an experienced finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on accounting responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement and financial analysis.

• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts, finance reports, operating performance measures and financial commentary
• Analysing financial performance against budgets and prior reporting periods
• Ensuring month-end transactions and journals are completed accurately and on time • Reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including accruals, prepayments and suspense accounts
• Maintaining oversight of the Fixed Asset Register and reporting on capital expenditure against budget
• Preparing and reviewing cash-flow forecasts and ensuring bank accounts are reconciled
• Leading the completion of year-end accounts and supporting working papers for external auditors
• Reviewing and reporting on accounts payable and accounts receivable performance
• Supervising Finance team members and providing guidance on day-to-day activities
• Producing regular and ad-hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Supporting the continued development of financial systems, controls and internal processes

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast-paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long-term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple - we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health.

Location: Craigavon

Hours / Shifts / Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Full-time or part-time working arrangements available.

Core working hours are between 10:00am and 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Open To: Internal and External Applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB12025

We are looking for a qualified accountant who can bring significant financial experience, sound technical knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused approach to the role.

Experience in project accounting, budgeting, costing or Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be advantageous. If you are an experienced finance professional who is ready to take ownership of key accounting activities, support and develop colleagues, and contribute to the continued improvement of financial processes, we would welcome your application.

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions or possess a valid work permit that will allow them to take up employment in the UK. Further information Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Description attached to this advert.

Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered. Applicants interested in part-time hours should outline their preferred working arrangement as part of their application.

Following successful completion of the six-month probationary period, the successful candidate will be eligible to apply for hybrid working.

A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health.