Accounts Assistant

Why Apply for this? Well-established and reputable employer within the commercial vehicle sector Busy and hands-on finance role with exposure across sales and purchase ledgers Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Group Financial Controller Stable role within a long-standing Northern Ireland business A strong opportunity has arisen an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their busy finance function. This role is well suited to a candidate with solid accounts receivable and reconciliation experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of core finance processes.

About the Job Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller and working within a busy accounts department, the successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the debtors ledger while also supporting purchase ledger activity and month-end processes. Key responsibilities will include:
Proactively managing the debtors ledger and ensuring debts are collected within agreed credit terms Building and maintaining strong working relationships with customers to support the smooth running of accounts Allocating customer payments accurately and in a timely manner Resolving internal and external queries relating to outstanding invoices Producing fortnightly aged debt reports Completing bank and petty cash reconciliations Processing purchase ledger invoices, payments, and supporting month-end close Performing creditor reconciliations Completing regular bank and other balance sheet reconciliations Supporting the finance team with ad hoc duties as required Your Skills & Experience Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar accounts-based role Strong experience managing debtor ledgers and reconciliations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills High level of numeracy with strong attention to detail Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel Ability to work effectively in a busy environment and use initiative Full, valid UK driving licence Desirable:

Experience with Sage 50 Accounts and Sage 50 Payroll Previous experience within a commercial vehicle dealership or similar environment For further information on this opportunity, or if you are considering the next step in your finance career, get in touch with Ollie Mairs at HireIQ in complete confidence.

Skills:

Accounts Receivable Credit Control