Trainee Accountant - Ballymena Area

VanRath; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support package

Job summary

A growing business in Ballymena is looking for a Trainee Accountant to join their team. Responsibilities include processing invoices, credit control, and assisting with VAT and payroll. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in finance, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and strong communication skills. The position offers a study support package.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in finance or accounting functions.
• Familiar with accounting and payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and process purchase invoices.
• Approve and release sales orders.
• Carry out credit control duties.
• Perform monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with VAT and payroll processing.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be partnered with a growing business in the Ballymena area, who are offering a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to become part of their team. The company will provide a study support package.

What you'll do:

• Reconcile and process purchase invoices using bespoke accounting software.
• Approve and release sales orders in line with company procedures.
• Carry out credit control duties, including contacting customers to request payments and resolving queries.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank and credit card statements.
• Assist with VAT and Intrastat submissions, and support the processing of weekly and monthly payroll.

About you:

• 1-2 years’ experience working in a finance or accounting function (e.g. Accounts Payable, Receivable, or Payroll).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with accounting and payroll software.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a small, collaborative finance team.

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 Kevin Roberts in the strictest confidence. IND01