Assistant Accountant / Accounts Technician Newry (BT34) Salary c.£28K - £35K DOE Our client is a well-established, successful and progressive Company with multiple sites across Northern Ireland. Due to their continued growth they are looking to recruit a dedicated Assistant Accountant / Accounts Technician to assist with the day to day finance operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded finance professional who has proven accounts experience. Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across a range of accounting functions while contributing to the success of a market-leading business Key responsibilities: Bank reconciliations Cash sales reconciliation Management of Accounts Payable and processing payments Supplier reconciliations and liaison with suppliers, customers, and internal departments Supporting Accounts Receivable and credit control Supporting month-end and year-end financial processes Posting journals and performing control account reconciliations Assisting with monthly management accounts VAT Returns, CIS, and Intrastat reports Supporting the logistics department and sales team Other ad hoc financial duties as required. Essential eligibility criteria: Recent experience in a fast-paced commercial accounting role Qualified Accounts Technician / Part Qualified Accountant Experience of preparing management accounts Excellent Excel skills (vlookups, sumif, pivot tables etc) Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Good numeracy aptitude and keen eye for detail Time management and working towards tight deadlines Ability to work effectively both alone and in a team environment To apply for this role please forward your CV ASAP by clicking Applybelow. Applications for this role will be considered immediately with a view to placing the right individual ASAP, so please register your interest early. Please note, the opening may close in advance of advertised closing date - this is a guideline only. McKinty Associates Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's & Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.