Accounts Assistant

BP McKeefry Ltd; Maghera; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Northern Ireland is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This permanent position offers full in-house training and a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong GCSE qualifications and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include monitoring emails, processing accounts payable/receivable, and assisting with payroll. Attractive salary based on experience and benefits like a pension scheme and onsite gym ensure a rewarding career.

Benefits

Free life assurance scheme

Workplace pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Free onsite gym

20 days annual holidays plus 9 public holidays

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail required.
• Self-starter and independent worker.
• Experience in administrative duties is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor mailbox and ensure emails are actioned.
• Process Accounts Receivable and Payable.
• Assist with payroll processing and reporting.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

MS Office proficiency

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade B or above)

GCSE English (Grade B or above)

At least 3 other GCSEs at Grades A*-C

Job description

Job Description

Location: B P McKeefry Ltd, 114 Grove Road.

Due to our continued growth, B.P.McKeefry wishes to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join a highly successful existing Finance Team.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, have strong attention to detail and will receive full in‑house training for the role.

This role is permanent and will be based at our office in Swatragh and can commence immediately.

About Us

Over four decades we have evolved from a small family business transporting animal foodstuffs to one of the leading specialist transport companies in Europe. That hasn’t happened by accident. We’re still as passionate about meeting the needs of our customers as the day we started. That’s how we’ve grown.

At B. P. McKeefry we regard our employees as our single biggest asset. With enthusiastic and committed individuals, we provide our customers with the highest levels of customer service.

The Ideal Person

• GCSE Maths (Grade B or above) and GCSE English (Grade B or above) and at least 3 other GCSEs at Grades A*-C
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Team player with ‘roll up your sleeves’ attitude.
• Capacity to work independently with limited supervision
• Proficient with MS Office suite
• Excellent organisational skills

What B.P.McKeefry Is Offering You

• Attractive salary based on experience
• Full in‑house training will be provided.
• Free life assurance scheme
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Free onsite gym
• Training and development opportunities
• 20 days annual holidays plus 9 public holidays

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring mailbox: ensure emails are monitored and appropriately actioned.
• General administrative duties in the office.
• Processing of Accounts Receivable – sales invoices, credit notes, receipts and issuing month‑end statements.
• Processing credit applications for new customers.
• Processing of Accounts Payable – purchase orders, processing supplier invoices, reconciliation to supplier statements and processing payments.
• Assist in the preparation of key weekly and monthly Management Information / Reports
• Processing of payroll. Full training will be provided if required.
• Assist in preparation of statutory reports (VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat) and business surveys.
• Month‑end bank account and credit card reconciliations.
• Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time

About The Company

BP McKeefry Ltd. was established in 1976 and now has over 40 years of experience in the transport industry, handling a wide range of bulk liquid, dry waste and powder products. BP McKeefry Ltd. has a modern fleet of over 100 tractor units and over 250 road tankers/tank containers & trailers which operate throughout the UK, Republic of Ireland and Europe offering transport solutions and associated services to the following industries:

• Foodstuffs
• Industrial products
• Chemicals & waste
• Powder (Industrial & Foodstuffs)
• Utilities
• Construction

Company Culture

At BP McKeefry Ltd. we are committed to providing our customers with the highest levels of customer service. BP McKeefry Ltd. will endeavour to achieve this through: effective leadership of well‑trained and motivated staff. A strong commitment to Health & Safety for everyone. Respect for our environment. Making a positive difference to the community we serve. Making BP McKeefry Ltd. a great place to work.

Required Criteria

• Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
• GCSE Maths (Grade B or above) and GCSE English (Grade B or above) and at least 3 other GCSEs at Grades A*-C.

Closing Date

Saturday 31st January, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

Based on Experience