Accounts Assistant

Location: Belfast (Head Office)
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000
Hours: Full-Time

About Us

As a company, we pride ourselves on holding the highest industry accreditations while fostering a culture built on collaboration, teamwork, and a positive working environment. Our office is a fast-paced yet supportive space where employees benefit from regular training, social events, and opportunities for professional growth.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a discretionary bonus scheme, company pension, private health insurance, death in service cover, and free on-site parking.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital role within the finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. You will be responsible for assisting in financial processes, statutory returns, and reconciliations while supporting the day-to-day operations of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Finance Manager in the daily operations of the finance function
• Processing salary recharges and intercompany invoicing across multiple entities
• Posting salary allocations for both weekly and monthly payroll
• Preparing and submitting CIS and RCT returns
• Assisting with VAT return preparation for review by senior finance personnel
• Managing bank and credit card reconciliations, including processing receipts and payments
• Processing weekly payroll for relevant business divisions
• Preparing and posting month-end journals related to prepayments, fixed assets, and internal plant transactions
• Reconciling intercompany transactions
• Maintaining HP schedules and aligning them with the trial balance
• Overseeing CITB training grant schedules and ensuring accurate claims
• Handling credit account applications and liaising with relevant stakeholders
• Attending weekly finance meetings and contributing to team discussions
• Undertaking ad hoc duties to support the wider finance team as required

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic finance environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial administration, payroll, and reconciliations, with a strong ability to manage deadlines and multitask efficiently.

Benefits & Perks:

Competitive salary (£27,000 – £30,000, depending on experience)
Bonus scheme
Pension contributions
Private healthcare
Death in service cover
Free on-site parking
Regular company events & away days
Ongoing training & development opportunities

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career within a forward-thinking company, apply today!