Your new company Hays are partnering with a Co. Down client to appoint a Trainee or Qualified Accounts Technician on a full-time, permanent basis. Your new role The Accounts Technician will play an important role in ensuring the efficient and effective running of the Accounts department, supporting the Accounts Team Leader in dealing with the company's accounting and finance. They will do this by conforming to the accounting regulations of Northern Ireland, by maintaining accurate client ledgers, and ensuring the client account is never overdrawn. They will ensure disbursements are dealt with promptly and creditors paid in a timely fashion. This role requires a discreet individual who can maintain the confidentiality of the information they are exposed to; the Accounts Technician will be able to work under pressure, a confident and driven professional, driven to succeed within their role. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications / Experience: Demonstrable relevant experience in an accounts function with evidence of a relevant Accounts qualification (IATI, relevant degree with Accounts modules or equivalent) or at least 3 years demonstrable experience in an accounts function in a similar role. Will also consider Trainee Accounts Technicians Experience of working in a customer-focused environment. Demonstrable experience of working in a busy office environment with excellent time management skills, organisation skills, the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines, work calmly under pressure and have persistent application to the tasks in hand. What you'll get in return Access to a fantastic training contract - For trainees Lucrative salary Hybrid working Potential for a 4-day working week once probation passes Flexi hours Enhanced pension 5 weeks holidays per year Private Health care Free Gym membership Death in benefit policy Plus much more 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: accounts technician assistant accountant accounts assistant Benefits: Work From Home Up to 35k DoE