Accounts / Finance Professional

OB Construction; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A construction company in Northern Ireland is seeking accounts professionals to assist the Financial Controller. Responsibilities include month-end processes, managing accounts payable and receivable, and preparing VAT returns. Candidates should be part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA) or have equivalent experience, with strong numerical accuracy and good Excel skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving is essential. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-18 months of accounting experience.
• Practical experience with month-end tasks.
• Experience in a construction or SME environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end processes and reconciliations.
• Process AP and AR, supplier payments.
• Prepare VAT returns and support compliance activities.

Skills

Accounts Management

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Strong numerical accuracy

Good Excel skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

Part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA) or equivalent experience

Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) or studying towards it

Tools

XERO

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

OB Construction is a contractor seeking an Accounts/Finance Professional to support the finance function and assist the Financial Controller with day-to-day accounting activities. We welcome applications from part-qualified through to qualified candidates; multiple roles available; role and job title will be determined based on qualifications and demonstrable experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Controller with month-end processes including journals, balance sheet reconciliations and accruals (level of ownership will be agreed based on experience).


• Process AP and AR, supplier payments and creditor reconciliations.


• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts and assist with day-to-day cashflow monitoring.


• Prepare VAT returns and support compliance activities.


• Support payroll processing and liaise with payroll provider where applicable.


• Prepare monthly management reporting, including P&L and variance analysis, as required.


• Support the Financial Controller with audit and year-end preparation activities, providing required schedules and information (as required).


• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and documentation; and support change initiatives within the finance function.


• Provide ad-hoc financial and administrative support to the leadership team.

Essential Requirements

• Part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA) OR equivalent commercial accounting experience (minimum 12–18 months) with demonstrable month-end, reconciliations and transactional competence.


• Practical experience with month-end tasks and balance sheet reconciliations.


• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.


• Good Excel skills and willingness to learn accounting software used by the business (XERO)

Desirable

• Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) or studying towards full qualification.


• Experience with Sage/Xero/QuickBooks or similar accounting packages and strong IT skills


• Experience in construction, manufacturing or SME environments.


• Experience of monthly management reporting


• Experience of process improvement


• Experience of supporting change management initiatives within the finance function.

Skills & Behaviours

• Organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.


• Clear communicator and strong team player.


• Proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement.


• Discretion when handling confidential information.

OB Construction is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Skills: Accounts Management Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable