Accounts Payable Specialist

The Keystone Group; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave

Pension

Life Assurance

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Enhanced Family Friendly policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Employee Recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Keystone Group in Cookstown is seeking a highly motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team. You will contribute to reporting, supplier processing, and KPI-driven improvements while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires part-qualification in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, strong Excel skills, and the ability to prioritise workload and collaborate across sites. Travel may be required and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• We\'re seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to support reporting and compliance.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective communication and collaboration across the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and maintain purchase ledger records.
• Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Support data gathering for sustainability reporting and budgeting.
• Monitor daily cash flow to ensure liquidity for operations.
• Prepare UK and ROI VAT returns and Intrastat / EC Sales returns.
• Support year-end statutory statements and audits with external auditors.
• Manage Fixed Assets Register and intercompany recharges.
• Assist with ad hoc finance projects and cross-department collaborations.
• Travel to sites as required and adapt to changing deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Part qualified Accountant studying with CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic Finance team at our Head Office in Cookstown. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the continuous growth and success of the Keylite business. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting various financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our reporting and compliance processes.

What you’ll be doing

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Assist with data gathering and analysis for our sustainability reporting

Treasury & Payables Management:

• Monitor and manage daily cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
• Processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
• Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Manage the company's employee expenses policy and claims, ensuring adherence and timely processing.
• Participation in monthly team meetings and preparation of power point presentations.

Compliance & Statutory Returns:

• Preparation of UK and ROI VAT returns.
• Review and submit Intrastat / EC Sales returns.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory year-end financial statements and support audit processes, liaising with external auditors.

Asset & Intercompany Management:

• Manage the company's Fixed Assets Register.
• Ensure all intercompany recharges are processed accurately and on time.

Operational Support & Improvement:

• Assist with managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting function, liaising effectively with other finance sub‑departments.
• Provide cover and support to Accounts Receivable teams during holiday periods or peak times.
• Participate in projects designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance function.
• Undertake any other ad hoc duties as required to support the Finance department and wider business operations.
• Be prepared to travel to and between sites as necessary to fulfil the requirements of the post and meet project deadlines.
• Ensure a flexible approach to working hours to fulfil the requirements of the post and meet project deadlines

What you’ll need to succeed

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-focused Accounts Payable Specialist who is keen to develop their accounting career and play an important role in supporting the wider Finance team.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with financial information
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across the business

What we’re looking for

• Part qualified Accountant studying with either CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to use own initiative and demonstrate a high level of organisational skill.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with both financial and non-financial people.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to manage remote teams
• Unquestionable professional ethics and integrity
• Ability to proactively resolve day-to-day operational issues and to effect process improvements
• Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Excel)
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

A supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

32 days annual leave, increasing with service

Pension

Life Assurance

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Enhanced Family Friendly policies

Additional employee benefits including, access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Employee Recognition awards, Employee Assistance Programme.

A Bit About Us

For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family‑owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting‑edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market‑leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors.

Keylite Roof Windows, was established in 2001 and is known for innovative roof window solutions. Keylite offers a full range of pitched roof windows, flat roof windows, blinds, timber loft ladders and flashings. With a focus on design technology, unrivalled service and renowned product support, Keylite is the trusted choice for professionals and homeowners alike.