Accounts Assistant

Downey Osborne; Derry and Strabane District; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned finance firm is offering an outstanding opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team in Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate should be detail-focused and organised, with relevant qualifications and experience. Responsibilities include maintaining accounting systems, processing ledgers, and preparing VAT returns. The role provides a competitive salary, clear career progression, and comprehensive benefits, including free on-site parking.

Benefits

Competitive Salary (DOE)

Clear Pathway for Career Progression

Comprehensive Benefits

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar position.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computerised accounting systems for multiple group companies.
• Process purchase and sales ledgers accurately.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with deadlines.

Skills

Detail-focused

Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive and positive approach

Education

Fully qualified Accounts Technician status or part-qualified ACA, ACCA

Tools

Sage Accounts 50

Job description

We’re delighted to offer an outstanding opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our widely recognised client’s dynamic team. This is your chance to grow alongside a business committed to excellence and innovation.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive Salary (DOE)
• Clear Pathway for Career Progression
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Free On-Site Parking

About You

We’re looking for someone who is detail-focused, organised, and eager to contribute to a dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have:

• Ideally fully qualified Accounts Technician status, or be part-qualified ACA, ACCA (or similar).
• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar position.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Office; experience with Sage Accounts 50 is an advantage.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing.
• A proactive and positive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Your Responsibilities

Always:

• Maintain computerised accounting systems for multiple group companies.
• Process purchase and sales ledgers accurately.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with deadlines.
• Uphold the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.

Often:

• Complete intercompany account reconciliations.
• Assist with payment runs and resolve supplier queries.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and year-end accounts.
• Prepare project costings to support business decisions.
• Provide general administrative and accounts support tasks.

Occasionally:

• Contribute to system or process improvements within the finance team.
• Support with ad hoc financial analysis or reporting for senior management.
• Assist with audits or external stakeholder requests.
• Take part in projects across the wider group finance function.

Never:

• Park anywhere but in your free on-site spot
• Dancing in the rain, unless you want to.

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