Deputy Principal Accountant
| Posting date: | 20 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27.55 to £28.67 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | 27.55-28.67 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 December 2025 |
| Location: | Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 4NN |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4746215_1763646088 |
Summary
Join Us as a DP Accountant - Make an Impact!
Location: Goodwood House, May Street, Belfast
Salary: £47,304
Contract: Temporary - Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the permanent external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team
Hours: 37 per week | Monday-Friday | Flexible start and finish times
Hybrid Working Available-2 days in office/ 3 from home
Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role where your expertise truly matters? We're seeking a DP Accountant to take the lead on financial management for the NI Direct Contact Centre contract - a high-profile project that impacts thousands of citizens across Northern Ireland.
This is your chance to shape financial strategy, ensure value for money, and deliver open book accounting in a contract subject to scrutiny by Internal Audit, NIAO, and the Public Accounts Committee. Your analysis and advice will influence senior management decisions and external stakeholders.
What You'll Do:
- Manage accounting, costing, forecasting, and risk reporting systems
- Develop and monitor contract financial processes
- Produce financial reports for senior boards
- Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with Managing Public Money NI
- Lead on business cases and post-project evaluations
What We're Looking For:
- Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body (e.g., ICAI, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience
- Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, management accounting, and cost analysis
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable: Previous experience in NICS or public sector accountancy.
Why Join Us?
- 2 days in office- Hybrid working options
- Flexi-time available
- 37 days annual leave
- Kitchen facilities on site
- Work on a high-impact project with visibility at senior levels
- Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team
Ready to take on a role where your financial expertise drives real change? Apply now and be part of something that matters!
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