Book Keeper​/Accounts Assistant

Job description

Experienced Bookkeeper – part‑time (4 days per week) or full‑time (40 hours per week).

Brook Street Recruitment is working with a Belfast client to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper for their Finance team. The role is part of a small, supportive team of three, providing essential financial and administrative support to the Senior Management Team and wider business. Flexibility is offered: either part‑time or full‑time.

The Bookkeeper will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, including sales and purchase ledgers, payroll, bank reconciliations, credit control and monthly reporting. The Bookkeeper will also support the business during the implementation of a new accounting system.

• Accurately maintain computerised Purchase and Sales Ledgers
• Answer telephone enquiries and assist customers regarding payments
• Assist with purchasing, including raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers
• Perform multi‑currency bank reconciliations and ensure correct allocation to customer and supplier accounts
• Lead and manage an efficient and effective Credit Control function
• Support Operations with stock management
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management and financial reports
• Provide general administrative support to Senior Management and the Sales team
• Ensure all work is completed in line with the company’s commitment to continuous improvement
• Provide flexible cover for team members during training and testing of a new accounting system
• Assist with cleansing supplier, customer and other records as part of system implementation
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by management

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at pass level, including Maths and English
• At least 1 year’s experience working in a fast‑paced, dynamic finance team
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an administrative role
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel and Word
• Experience using Management Information and ERP systems, with an interest in learning new technologies
• Excellent numerical skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage own workload and plan around annual leave to ensure continuity of work
• Proven ability to multitask and work to deadlines

• Accounting Technician or other accounting qualification (or currently studying)
• Experience of end‑to‑end payroll processing
• Experience using Opera Accounts or Accura MIS systems

Please send CV via the apply link.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.