Your new company Hays Recruitment is partnering with a key client, a dynamic business that operates in N. Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and mainland UK. We are seeking to appoint an assistant accountant on a full-time, permanent basis. Your new role Reporting to the Company Accountant. General accounting duties including but not limited to: Preparing monthly management accounts including prepayments, general accruals and other relevant journal entries Management of the purchase and sales ledger, including reconciliation and posting of company credit card transactions, ensuring accuracy of recording and prompt payments and receipts. Preparing and submitting VAT returns in both NI and ROI Reconciling bank statements Dealing with financial paperwork and filing Payroll processing What you'll need to succeed At least 2 years' experience in a busy finance environmentStrong analytical skills and attention to detailExcellent planning and organisational skills and ability to work to tight reporting deadlinesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with people both internally and externallyAbility to work on your own initiative and within a teamProficient in the use of Sage 50 accounts, Sage Payroll, Microsoft excel, word and outlook What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, opportunity to drive your career forward with an incredibly supportive team. A healthy culture and access to company benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment 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 and Disclaimers which can be Skills: assistant accountant accounts technician finance accounts assistant Benefits: Up to 34k DoE