Accounts Assistant

Downey Osborne; Newry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

28 days holiday

Free onsite parking

Health cash plan covering dental andEy

Job summary

Downey Osborne is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our finance team in a supportive environment with study support and a strong benefits package.

You will maintain accurate financial records, assist with reporting and reconciliations, and contribute to day-to-day financial activities including invoicing, supplier payments, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Experience in credit control and bank reconciliations.
• Proficient in Excel.
• AAT qualification or studying towards one is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day finance functions and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with reporting and reconciliations.
• Manage credit control and customer account queries.
• Prepare journals and assist with management accounts, P&L reporting and cash flow monitoring.
• Process supplier invoices and reconcile statements.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Accounts experience

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards one

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is a growing business looking for an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting experience within a supportive environment, with study support and a strong benefits package.

The Benefits

• Study support
• 28 days holiday
• Free onsite parking
• Health cash plan covering dental and eyecare
• 4pm finish on Fridays

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience in credit control and bank reconciliations
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• AAT qualification or studying towards one is desirable

About Your New Role

You will support the day-to-day finance function, maintaining accurate records and assisting with reporting and reconciliations.

Always

• Maintain accurate financial records and follow established procedures.
• Handle financial information with care and confidentiality.

Often

• Manage credit control and customer account queries.
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process supplier invoices and reconcile statements.
• Prepare journals and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with management accounts, Profit & Loss reporting and cash flow monitoring.

Occasionally

• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Assist with additional reporting and wider finance administration.

Never

• Overlook discrepancies or compromise accuracy.