Accounts Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Lisburn; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public sector employer in Lisburn is seeking an Accounts Assistant for an initial 6-month contract with the potential for extension. This role offers a hybrid work model and a comfortable working environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, including journal preparation and advanced Excel skills. Join a reputable organization serving the local community and contribute to meaningful financial reporting and compliance efforts. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comfortable working environment

Hybrid work model

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a Finance environment.
• Experience with advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily functions within the Finance Directorate.
• Prepare and upload journals onto the finance system.
• Support management with timely financial reports.

Skills

Journals and reconciliations

Computerised accounts package

Advanced Excel skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Education

5 GCSEs at 'A', 'B', or 'C' grades

Fully qualified Accounting Technician (AAT/ATI)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

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A leading public sector employer based in Lisburn is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join their team on an initial temporary contract for 6 months, with potential for extension. If interested, please apply for more information.

Salary/Benefits

To attract top talent, a generous remuneration package is offered based on experience, along with benefits including:

• Initial 6-month contract with potential extension
• Comfortable working environment
• Hybrid work from home/office model ongoing

Client

A well-known Public Sector organisation is recruiting an Accounts Assistant for an initial 6-month contract, likely extension. This is a great opportunity to join an employer with an excellent reputation serving the local community.

The Ideal Person

Minimum of two years' experience in a Finance environment, including:

• Preparing and processing journals and reconciliations
• Experience with a computerised accounts package
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting

Or

Possess at least 5 GCSEs at 'A', 'B', or 'C' grades (including English and Mathematics).

And

Minimum of three years' experience in a Finance environment, including:

• Preparing and processing journals and reconciliations
• Experience with a computerised accounts package
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Fully qualified Accounting Technician (e.g., AAT / ATI membership)
• Experience in the public sector

Responsibilities

Assist with daily functions within the Finance Directorate, including:

• Preparing and uploading journals onto the finance system
• Supporting management and financial accountants with timely, accurate financial reports and reconciliations
• Helping prepare internal and statutory returns to ensure compliance
• Supporting end-of-month and end-of-year accounts procedures
• Preparing operational and strategic reports for decision-making
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Providing ad-hoc financial information, including data extraction and document creation using software like MS Excel or Access
• Assisting with non-current asset reconciliations and stakeholder liaison