Trainee Accounts Technician

Artemis Human Capital; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full training and ongoing support

Day release for Accounting Technician

Hands-on experience across finance

Exposure to Sage/Xero/Dext

Supportive team environment

Long-term career in accounting

Job summary

Artemis Human Capital is partnering with a growing organisation in Cookstown to recruit a Trainee Accounts Technician. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience across AP, AR, credit control and payroll, with day release available for Accounting Technician studies.

You will work closely with the finance team, gaining practical exposure in a busy environment and receiving full support to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with a view to a career in accounting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles preferred.
• Candidates studying Accounting Technician qualification encouraged.
• Previous office/admin or finance experience advantageous but not essential.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure invoices are recorded.
• Support accounts receivable activities and process payments.
• Assist with credit control and chasing overdue balances.
• Enter and maintain financial data across accounting systems.
• Assist with month-end tasks and payroll processing.
• Utilise Sage, Xero and Dext for daily activities.
• Maintain organised records of invoices and receipts.
• Collaborate with the finance team on ad hoc duties.
• Develop knowledge of accounting processes through hands-on experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical/data-driven

Great communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Accounting Technician qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

Dext

Job description

We are delighted to be partnering with a growing and well-established business to recruit a Trainee Accounts Technician for their finance team based in Cookstown.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in accounting and gain broad, hands‑on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control and payroll.

Working closely with the wider finance team, you’ll receive full support and practical exposure across a range of accounting processes, while developing your skills in a busy and supportive environment.Day release is also available for candidates attending college to complete an Accounting Technician qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with processing accounts payable transactions and ensuring invoices and payments are recorded accurately
• Support accounts receivable activities, including processing payments and resolving customer queries
• Assist with credit control and following up outstanding customer balances
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data across accounting systems
• Assist with account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain organised records of invoices, receipts and other financial documentation
• Support month-end accounting activities and reporting requirements
• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll
• Use accounting software including Sage, Xero and Dext
• Assist with maintaining accurate customer and supplier records
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative duties
• Develop knowledge of accounting processes and best practices through hands‑on experience

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong interest in developing a career within accounting and finance
• Previous experience within an office, administration or finance environment would be advantageous but is not essential
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information
• Good IT skills and willingness to learn new accounting systems
• Strong communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions
• Students currently studying, or planning to study, an Accounting Technician qualification are encouraged to apply

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full training and ongoing support
• Day release available for Accounting Technician studies
• Hands‑on experience across multiple areas of finance
• Exposure to Sage, Xero and Dext
• Supportive team environment
• Excellent opportunity to develop a long‑term career in accounting

If you’re looking to take your first step into a career in accounting and want to gain practical experience while working towards an Accounting Technician qualification,

Tagged as: AP, IATI, Payroll