Accounts Assistant

HireIQ; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Finance & Accounts Officer for a 12-15 month fixed-term contract in Belfast. This role offers hybrid working, with responsibilities spanning accounts, payroll, and HR administration. Candidates should have experience with Sage and strong Excel skills, alongside a proactive approach to financial tasks. Join a collaborative finance team and develop your skills in management accounts and month-end processes.

Benefits

Work From Home

Medical Aid / Health Care

Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience using Sage or other accounting software.
• Prior experience in a finance or accounts environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and credit notes accurately.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements.
• Assist with month-end close processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for smaller companies.

Skills

Sage or other accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Job description

Overview

• Hybrid Working – 2 days per week from home

• Join a supportive and collaborative finance team

• Gain exposure to a wide range of finance and administrative duties

• Opportunity to develop your skills in management accounts and month-end processes

We are working on behalf of our client who is recruiting for a Finance & Accounts Officer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a varied role covering accounts, payroll, HR administration, and general finance support. The role will be a FTC 12 - 15 month

About the Job

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and credit notes accurately and promptly

• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers

• Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and credit card statements

• Complete daily cash allocations across all banks and currencies

• Manage monthly billing including reconciliations and issuing invoices to customers

• Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations

• Prepare monthly management accounts for smaller companies

• Handle supplier and customer queries regarding invoices and payments

• Support credit control by monitoring outstanding debts and chasing overdue payments

• Manage staff onboarding and offboarding on the HR system, including provision/return of equipment

• Ensure accurate PAYE filings, including HMRC and pension submissions

• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

• Provide ad-hoc administrative support, such as booking travel and ordering office equipment

Experience, Skills and Attributes

Essential:

• Proven experience using Sage (or other recognised accounting software)

• Prior experience in a finance or accounts environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Desirable:

• AAT qualification (or equivalent), or currently studying towards one

• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles

• Experience supporting month-end accounts

For further information on this opportunity or if you are considering the next step in your career get in touch with Ollie Mairs at HireIQ in complete confidence.

Skills

• Sales Ledger

• Book-keeping

• Bank Reconciliation

• Ledgers

• VAT

• Account Reconciliation

Benefits

• Work From Home

• Medical Aid / Health Care

• Parking