Accounts Technician / Accounts Assistant (Maternity Contract)
Lisburn BT28
Salary c. £30K – £34K DOE
On behalf of our client, McKinty Associates are seeking to recruit an experienced Accounts Technician / Accounts Assistant to work in a dynamic industry, supporting financial activities within our client’s team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller the focus of the role is ensuring accurate accounting operations, efficient supplier payment processing and reliable and up-to-date financial record keeping activities.
Key duties:
1. Process and reconcile accounts payable invoices, statements and payment.
2. Assist with Sales invoicing, credit control, and accounts receivable transactions.
3. Payroll processing for both UK and ROI payroll.
4. CIS returns.
5. Manage expense claims.
6. Perform bank reconciliations on a weekly and monthly basis.
7. Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT Returns.
8. Support month end closing procedures including journal entries and depreciation calculations.
9. Assist with financial inquiries from staff, customers, and suppliers.
10. Relevant ad hoc duties as required.
Eligibility criteria:
11. Previous experience working in a fast-paced Finance Department
12. Practical knowledge of computerised accounts packages (Xero preferable).
13. Computer literate – including strong Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
14. Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (Desirable).
15. Enthusiastic and positive attitude
16. Ability to work on own initiative
17. Good numeracy skills
18. Ability to manage deadlines and workload