Accounts Assistant (Cookstown)

VanRath; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking to hire an Accounts Assistant for their Cookstown head office. This permanent role offers a chance to develop your accounting skills in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience in an accounts role, proficiency in Sage 50, and strong organisational skills. Benefits include on-site work and structured hours from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Permanent role with reputable firm

On-site working environment

Structured working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in an accounts role.
• Sage 50 experience essential.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Match and review invoices against delivery notes.
• Process invoices using Sage 50.
• Reconcile supplier statements and prepare month-end payments.
• Manage supplier and staff queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Numerical ability

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Office

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to partner with a leading construction firm to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant for their Cookstown head office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, dynamic team and develop your finance career within the construction sector.

What You'll Get

• Permanent role with a reputable construction company
• Work on-site at the Head Office in Cookstown
• Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
• Opportunity to develop your accounting skills in a busy environment

What You'll Do

• Match and review invoices against delivery notes and orders
• Process invoices using Sage 50
• Reconcile supplier statements and prepare month-end payment runs
• Reconcile debit and credit card statements
• Manage supplier and staff queries and resolve invoice discrepancies promptly
• Prepare financial reports and maintain organised records
• Support general administrative and accounting duties

About You

• Minimum 12 months' experience in an accounts role
• Sage 50 experience essential
• Construction sector experience a plus but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Good numerical and analytical ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player with the initiative to work independently

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 Kevin Roberts in the strictest confidence. IND01