Purchase Ledger Assistant (Belfast, Construction)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction company in the Belfast area is seeking a motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance team. This role involves overseeing the Accounts Payable function, processing invoices, and preparing VAT returns. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and preferably within the construction sector. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Immediate start available

Car Parking

Career development and progression opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or in a similar accounts payable role.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Accounts Payable function.
• Process high volumes of invoices (matching and coding).
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations and reconcile supplier statements.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Prepare and submit CIS returns.
• Support month-end close activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Ability to manage deadlines

Job description

Purchase Ledger Clerk - Belfast Area (Construction Industry)

VANRATH are excited to be working with a growing construction company in the Belfast area. With continued expansion, the business is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance team. This role will work directly with the Head of Finance, and prior experience in the construction sector is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk looking to develop their career in a fast-paced and expanding industry.

What you'll get

• Immediate start available
• Car Parking
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Competitive benefits package

What you'll do

• Oversee the Accounts Payable function
• Process high volumes of invoices (matching and coding)
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations and reconcile supplier statements
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Prepare and submit CIS returns
• Support month-end close activities
• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and tasks as required

About you

• Previous experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or in a similar accounts payable role
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving skills

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.