Immediate Management Accountant

Permanent Location: NIFRS Headquarters, 1 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SX Salary: PO5 - £49,282 - £52,413 per annum (Under Review) Quantity of Posts Available: 1 Closing date: Wed 07 October 2026 Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. Management Accountant - Job Ref N The Management Accountant will contribute as an integral member of the Finance team to support the provision of a modern, professional and responsive financial service. They will provide a leading contribution to the efficient delivery of a full range of financial management, governance and accounting functions, including but not limited to, the timely delivery of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, managing the accounts technician and providing support to the Head of the Strategic Financial Management & Business Partnering team on other accounting matters. This is an excellent opportunity for suitably qualified Accountants, the role comes with an excellent benefits package including on-site parking, flexible working, generous holidays and gym facilities on-site (see separate benefits package document for further detail). Currently 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. Hybrid working may be available upon completion of the probationary period; currently Finance staff are required to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, but should be available 5 days a weeks to attend the office as and when required for business need. There is currently 1 permanent post based at NIFRS HQ in Lisburn. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). or telephone . Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday 7th October 2026. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women, applications from this group is particularly welcome.