Accounts Assistant (Belfast, Construction)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Belfast is seeking an Accounts Assistant to strengthen a busy finance team. The role requires 2+ years of finance experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong communication skills. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary, company events, and an extensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Extended company benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of finance experience in a similar role, preferably in construction.
• Proficient with Excel and finance systems.
• Team player with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor shared accounts inboxes and resolve queries.
• Own purchase ledger processing and maintain records.
• Process invoices and assist with month-end payment runs.

Skills

Finance experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Belfast, Construction

Join a fast-growing construction group at a pivotal time of expansion. VANRATH are searching an Accounts Assistant to strengthen a busy transactional finance team and keep projects moving.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Full-time, permanent role with progression potential
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Extended company benefits

About your next employer
A multi-site organisation operating and delivering projects across throughout the UK. You'll join a collaborative finance function that supports operational teams nationally, reporting into the Finance Team Lead/Manager and working closely with AP and project stakeholders.

About you

• 2+ years' finance experience in a similar role (construction/FM sector exposure ideal)
• Proficient with Excel; confident across finance systems (Sage, Xero or equivalent)
• Team player with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator who can manage inbox queries and supplier relationships
• CIS/subcontractor invoice processing knowledge (nice to have)

What you'll do

• Monitor shared accounts inboxes and resolve day-to-day queries
• Own purchase ledger processing with 3-way match and monthly supplier reconciliations
• Process subcontractor invoices and assist with month-end payment runs
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies; maintain accurate records
• Provide general finance administration and support to the wider team

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.
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