Accounts Administrator

Hunter Savage; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Accounts Administrator to focus on Credit Control and Payroll. The role involves processing invoices, monitoring accounts, and assisting with payroll. Ideal candidates will have proven Accounts Receivable experience and strong Excel skills. This full-time position offers flexible working hours, 30 days holiday, and various company benefits, including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

AXA discounts

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or Billing.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and experience with accounting software.
• Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices accurately and monitor accounts receivable ledger.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly and weekly payroll.

Skills

Experience in Accounts Receivable

Knowledge of accounting principles

Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We are hiring for our client, a leading manufacturer serving civil infrastructure, agriculture, and building markets across the UK and Ireland. They are seeking an experienced Accounts Administrator to join their finance team, with a focus on Credit Control and Payroll, ensuring the smooth running of financial operations.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Accounts Administrator Job:

1. Ballymena Location - flexible start/finish times
2. £28,000-£30,000 per annum
3. Work for a company with a strong team culture and great benefits

The Role – Accounts Administrator

• Process customer invoices accurately and monitor the accounts receivable ledger
• Follow up on overdue accounts and resolve payment discrepancies
• Reconcile customer accounts, prepare aging reports, and apply cash receipts
• Assist with monthly and weekly payroll, bank reconciliations, and credit card reconciliation
• Support month-end closing and provide AR reports for management
• Maintain organised records of invoices, receipts, and correspondence
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to resolve account queries
• Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation
• Assist with purchase ledger and any other finance duties as required

The Person – What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or Billing
• Knowledge of accounting principles and experience with accounting software
• Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Team player with high professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality

The Reward – What’s in it for You?

• Full-time permanent role with flexible working hours
• On-site parking and a supportive, collaborative working environment
• Company benefits including 30 days holiday, private healthcare, pension scheme, life insurance, cycle to work scheme, AXA discounts, and employee referral scheme
• Opportunity to work with a growing, market-leading business

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

Hunter Savage partners with leading businesses across Northern Ireland to place specialist finance professionals. For more information or to apply for this Accounts Administrator role, contact Nuala McClinton for a confidential discussion.