McAleer Jackson are committed to attract, develop and reward the very best talent to ensure our firm’s and our clients’ future success.

Current Vacancies

Are you a dynamic leader passionate about mentoring and sharing your expertise?

Commercial Manager – Agriculture (CL-CM-0225)

Our client, a thriving family-run feed manufacturer and agricultural supplies business based outside Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, is looking to hire a Commercial Manager to support their ongoing growth and success.

About the Role: 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Commercial Manager will be a key member of the senior management team, actively participating in strategic decision-making and forward planning.

Duties include: 

  • Being a key member of the feed formulation and procurement teams, liaising closely with nutritionists and suppliers to deliver excellent product and nutritional quality at optimal cost for customers and business alike
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
  • Work closely with the internal sales team to develop the area to its full potential
  • Ensuring raw material costings are recorded to feed formulation software on a timely basis to provide accurate blend cost valuations
  • Monitoring global commodity market trends, you will be responsible for purchasing raw materials whilst undertaking a proactive approach to drive improvement within our sourcing activities and processes
  • Researching and identifying new markets for business expansion, understanding market trends, customer behaviour, and competitors.
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Skills & Experience Required: 

  • A degree in Agriculture or another agri-business related field
  • A strong agricultural background and commercial awareness with a passion for animal health, feed, and nutrition
  • Experience managing and supporting a team, thriving in a team environment
  • The ability to build good relationships with farmers and stakeholders
  • A results-oriented attitude with a passion for driving growth
  • A willingness to gain knowledge and develop your skillset
  • Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong IT skills (experience with lntact is advantageous)
  • A full UK driving licence.

The benefits: 

  • A competitive salary package
  • Supported continuous professional development, ensuring team members have opportunities to grow and advance in their careers
  • Annual leave entitlement
  • Pension Contribution
  • Be part of a team committed to strengthening community engagement, building strong relationships with farmers, stakeholders, and rural communities.

To apply, please email your CV by clicking above.

Closing date 14 March 2025

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Looking for a new role?

PAYE & VAT Assistant (MMJCA-0225-VA) (full time and part time options available)

Due to the continued success of the practice, we are seeking to expand our team and are delighted to be recruiting a PAYE & VAT Assistant.

The successful individual will reap the benefits of a fantastic workplace, with a range of benefits available to staff including flexible start & finish times, the option to purchase leave and a 1pm Friday finish. We also have various financial incentive schemes in place to participate in.

The Role:

  • Preparation and submission of UK VAT Returns
  • Preparation and submission of EU VAT Refunds
  • Preparation and submission of UK PAYE & Pensions
  • Utilising accounting software such as Sage, Xero and Quickbooks
  • Liaise with clients and HMRC regarding PAYE and VAT queries
  • Conducting data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
  • Ad hoc duties as and when required
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The Person:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
  • Previous experience of UK VAT
  • Previous experience of payroll processing in a computerised payroll environment
  • Excellent communication skills for effective client and team collaboration
  • Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

The Rewards:

  • An attractive remuneration package
  • A commitment to ongoing training and development
  • Real opportunities for career progression
  • Work that is challenging and rewarding
  • A thriving working environment in a company that promotes a healthy work/life balance
  • An early finish on Fridays
  • Flexible start/ finish times

McAleer Jackson Limited are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Are you a newly qualified accountant?

Qualified Accountant (MMJCA-0125-QA)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Accountant to develop their career with McAleer Jackson Chartered Accountants.

The successful individual will reap the benefits of a fantastic workplace, with a range of benefits available to staff including flexible start & finish times, the option to purchase leave and a 1pm Friday finish. We also have various financial incentive schemes in place to participate in.

The Role:

Our team works with a diverse range of clients in a range of industries, and we are known to be relentless in seeking opportunities to add value to the business owners and businesses we act for.

As an integral part of the McAleer Jackson team, you will be working across audit, accounts, tax and advisory service lines with opportunities to specialise in your chosen area.

You will have the opportunity to work on varied consultancy projects, including corporate finance, tax advisory and sustainability reporting engagements, alongside directors, specialists, and senior team members.

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The Person:

  • Applicants should be ambitious team-players with a recognised accountancy qualification, and ideally 1 – 2 years PQE.
  • Previous practice experience and a proven track record in delivering high quality services to clients are required, and an ability to apply critical thinking to complex issues will be an advantage.
  • You will have strong IT skills across accounting and other commercial software.
  • The successful applicants will need to be articulate, professional, have good IT skills and possess a real desire to succeed.

The Rewards:

  • An attractive remuneration package
  • A commitment to ongoing training and development
  • Real opportunities for career progression
  • Work that is challenging and rewarding
  • A thriving working environment in a company that promotes a healthy work/life balance
  • An early finish on Fridays
  • Flexible start/ finish times

McAleer Jackson Limited are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Are you a tax specialist?

Tax Specialist (MMJCA-1124-TS)

We are an established and progressive firm of Chartered Accountants, with a wide range of corporate and non-corporate clients. Our area of expertise is offering proactive and timely professional tax advice. Due to the continued success of the practice, we are seeking to expand our team and are delighted to be recruiting a Tax Specialist.

The successful individual will reap the benefits of a fantastic workplace, with a range of benefits available to staff including flexible start & finish times, the option to purchase leave and a 1pm Friday finish. We also have various financial incentive schemes in place to participate in.

The Role:

As the successful Tax Specialist, you will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Deliver a high-quality compliance service as well as planning services such as IHT planning, CGT planning, other types of personal tax planning and corporate tax planning
  • Deliver both compliance and advisory work to a wide portfolio of clients including individuals, partnerships and companies
  • Provide a high standard of technical service to clients, ensuring accurate and timely delivery in line with client requirements
  • Providing technical guidance to the team
  • Ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations
  • Assist with tax planning and forecasting for clients, identifying opportunities to minimise tax liabilities and maximise tax relief
  • Review and prepare personal tax returns
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The Person:

  • ACA / CTA Qualified: Hold professional qualifications such as ACA (Chartered Accountant) and/or CTA (Chartered Tax Advisor).
  • Experience in dealing with complex personal tax issues and planning scenarios
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK personal tax laws and regulations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong IT skills
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented

The Rewards:

  • An attractive remuneration package
  • A commitment to ongoing training and development
  • Real opportunities for career progression
  • Work that is challenging and rewarding
  • A thriving working environment in a company that promotes a healthy work/life balance
  • An early finish on Fridays
  • Flexible start/ finish times

McAleer Jackson Limited are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Do you want to specialise in Tax?

Tax Executive (part-qualified) (MMJCA-1124-TX)

We are an established and progressive firm of Chartered Accountants, with a wide range of corporate and non-corporate clients. Our area of expertise is offering proactive and timely professional tax advice. Due to the continued success of the practice, we are seeking to expand our team and are delighted to be recruiting a Tax Executive.

The successful individual will reap the benefits of a fantastic workplace, with a range of benefits available to staff including flexible start & finish times, the option to purchase leave and a 1pm Friday finish. We also have various financial incentive schemes in place to participate in.

The Role:

  • Assisting in the provision of tax compliance services to a diverse client portfolio
  • Preparing and submitting personal tax returns
  • Communicating and liaising with clients regarding their tax matters
  • Assisting with tax advisory work for clients
  • Supporting senior team members with complex tax issues
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax legislation
  • Assist in other tax-related projects as necessary
  • Contributing to the overall success of the tax department
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The Person:

  • ATI/ ATT qualified or ACA/CTA part qualified
  • Experience in dealing with personal tax issues
  • Strong numerical and analytical abilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in all work
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team
  • A commitment to personal and professional development

The Rewards:

  • An attractive remuneration package
  • A commitment to ongoing training and development
  • Real opportunities for career progression
  • Work that is challenging and rewarding
  • A thriving working environment in a company that promotes a healthy work/life balance
  • An early finish on Fridays
  • Flexible start/ finish times

McAleer Jackson Limited are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Looking for your next opportunity?

At McAleer Jackson Ltd we believe in careers, not jobs and we are always on the look out for ambitious and passionate individuals to help us deliver a first class service to our broad client base. If you are thinking about your next career move, then have a chat to us.

McAleer Jackson Limited are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Culture

At McAleer Jackson our approach is Work Smarter & Rest Better. Work/life balance is more than a buzz word around here. We set clear boundaries around switching off, and of our expectations.

Benefits

At McAleer Jackson we have a range of benefits available to staff including a 1pm Friday finish so you can enjoy a long weekend every weekend. We also have various financial incentive schemes for staff to participate in.

Life at MMJCA

I joined McAleer Jackson from University and gained my qualification while working here. Eight years later and I have progressed to a Manager role. Everyone here is happy to help which is so important when you are learning. Asking questions is encouraged and you are given great support.

Kerry Collins ACA

Manager

I joined McAleer Jackson after the completion of my A Levels in summer 2023 and am currently working towards gaining my Accounting Technician Ireland qualification. I really enjoy working here as everyone is happy to help and assist you with any questions you may have. McAleer Jackson offers a friendly working environment and provides you with the opportunity to carry out a range of accounting roles on various clients from numerous industry sectors. I find that this varied working environment really coincides and supports my studies.

Alana Hunter

Trainee Accountant

I joined McAleer Jackson in 2019 after qualifying in late 2018. At that point I was working with mainly sole traders and partnerships. Thanks to the encouragement of management and their trust to take on more responsibility, I am now a senior member of the audit team and work with some of our largest clients across a wide range of industries. McAleer Jackson is a very friendly practice with excellent support from the whole team.

Catherine McGauran

Senior Accountant

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EMAIL ADDRESS
careers@mmjca.com

PHONE NUMBER
028 8225 0253