Accounts Receivable Specialist

VanRath Search & Selection; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi-Time

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. The role combines accounts receivable duties with payroll processing within a busy finance function.

You will raise invoices, process payroll, reconcile ledgers, and support month-end activities while maintaining accurate records and liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders. Flexi-Time is offered along with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Receivable and payroll within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Proficient with accounting software/ERP systems (Sage, Infor, Syteline) and strong financial controls.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, reconcile accounts and support month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll.
• Monitor the accounts receivable ledger and ensure payments are received and allocated.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and resolve billing queries.
• Prepare aged debtor reports and reconcile customer accounts.
• Assist with Purchase Ledger duties as required.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and reconcile credit card accounts.
• Support audits by providing relevant financial documentation.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Payroll processing

Invoicing

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage

Infor

Syteline

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist (BBBH15629) Ballymena, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP35000 per annum + Flexi-Time

A well-established and successful manufacturing business based in Ballymenais seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable & Payroll Specialist to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional with strong accounts receivable and payroll experience to play a key role within a busy finance function. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, processing payroll, supporting month-end activities, and maintaining accurate financial records while working closely with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll.
• Monitor the accounts receivable ledger, ensuring customer payments are received, allocated and recorded correctly.
• Proactively follow up on outstanding customer accounts and resolve billing or payment queries.
• Reconcile customer accounts and prepare aged debtor reports.
• Allocate customer receipts within the accounting system.
• Respond to customer account enquiries and provide statements as required.
• Support month-end reporting by preparing accounts receivable reconciliations and schedules.
• Maintain accurate and organised records of invoices, receipts and customer correspondence.
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve account-related issues efficiently.
• Support internal and external audits by providing relevant financial documentation.
• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile company credit card accounts.
• Assist with Purchase Ledger duties as required.
• Carry out other finance-related responsibilities as reasonably required.
• Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or similar finance role.
• Proven experience processing both weekly and monthly payroll.
• Experience managing credit insurance and liaising with external stakeholders, including banks and insurers.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience using accounting software and ERP systems (such as Sage, Infor, Syteline or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Customer-focused with a professional and approachable manner.
• A proactive team player with a positive attitude.
• High levels of integrity, accountability and confidentiality.