Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: 130 Clovenden Road, Loughgall, Co. Armagh BT61 8 LE
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Note: Remote working is not available for this role.
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About Derry Bros Shipping and Customs
We are a well-established and dynamic company specialising in shipping and customs services.
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Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join our growing finance team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our accounting functions, with an emphasis on attention to detail, organisation, and efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities
* Manage Purchase and Sales Ledgers, ensuring accurate entry and reconciliation of transactions.
* Process receipts, deposits, refunds, and other routine bookkeeping tasks in a timely manner.
* Credit control functions.
* Administer customer onboarding processes.
* Perform multi-currency bank transactions, ensuring correct allocation of customer and supplier accounts.
* Handle client queries and provide professional support where needed.
* Collaborate with external accountants, preparing reports as requested.
* Assist in developing and streamlining operational efficiencies within the finance department.
* Maintain an organised and efficient filing system, including managing email inboxes.
* Ensure timely and accurate reporting to management.
* Provide general administrative support to management, sales teams, and other departments as required.
* Undertake any additional tasks as reasonably requested by management.
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Requirements
* Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including Mathematics and English.
* At least 2 years of experience working in a fast-paced finance team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
* Strong numerical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
* A minimum of 2 years' experience using either Sage or XERO accounting software.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Quick to adapt to new software systems and processes.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
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Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Full-time permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
* Join a supportive and collaborative team environment.