Accounts Payable - Magherafelt area

VanRath; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction firm in Magherafelt is seeking an Accounts Administrator to join their finance team. This role involves processing invoices, maintaining the purchase ledger, and ensuring adherence to financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance role and be proficient in accounting software like Sage or Xero. The firm offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development, with a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Supportive working environment

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a finance or accounts administration role.
• Previous experience in construction, purchase ledger, or sub-contractor payments is highly desirable.
• Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Process sub-contractor invoices and payments, ensuring CIS compliance.
• Maintain and manage the purchase ledger.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Proficient in Excel

Strong problem-solving skills

Confident communication

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Accounts Administrator

Our client, a well-established construction firm based in Magherafelt, is seeking an Accounts Administrator to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of core accounting processes in a busy and fast-paced environment.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for development
• Exposure to a well-structured finance function within the construction sector
• Early finish on Fridays

Key Responsibilities

• Process sub-contractor invoices and payments, ensuring CIS compliance and accurate allocation
• Maintain and manage the purchase ledger, including invoice entry, matching, batching, and coding
• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on time
• Reconcile supplier and sub-contractor statements, resolving any discrepancies promptly
• Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs
• Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring ledgers are kept up to date
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and sub-contractors to resolve invoice or payment queries
• Monitor finance inboxes and respond to queries in a timely and professional mannerSupport month-end processes, including ledger reconciliations and reporting
• Ensure all transactions adhere to company financial procedures and industry regulations

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a finance or accounts administration role
• Previous experience in construction, purchase ledger, or sub-contractor payments is highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar)
• Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills
• Positive, team-focused attitude

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accounting and Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Kevin Roberts in the strictest confidence.