Assistant Accountant

Cpl; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl is partnering with a leading supplier in the building industry to recruit an Assistant Accountant in Newry. This full-time role involves daily reconciliations, accounts payable management, and month-end closing responsibilities, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company pension

On-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team and positive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Strong administrative/customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile daily cash sales and bank accounts.
• Manage Accounts Payable and process invoices/payments.
• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and management accounts.

Skills

Communication

Administrative skills

Customer service

Excel

Credit control

Job description

Assistant Accountant - Newry - £28,000-£35,000 (depending on experience)

Cpl NI is delighted to work with a specialist supplier in the building industry to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant. This role offers an excellent opportunity for development and career growth.

This is a full-time and permanent position.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package

• Company pension

• On-site parking

• Career progression opportunities

• Supportive team and positive working environment

Duties:

• Reconcile daily cash sales and bank accounts

• Manage Accounts Payable and process invoices/payments

• Perform supplier and control account reconciliations

• Support credit control and Accounts Receivable

• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and management accounts

• Handle VAT Returns, CIS, and Intrastat reporting

• Liaise with logistics on import processes

• Ensure regulatory compliance in sales documentation and filing

Criteria:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience is essential.

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Strong administrative/ customer service experience.

• Experience in credit control

• Strong systems experience, particularly in Excel

If this role sounds like the right fit for you and you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI for a confidential discussion.