A leading public sector employer based in Lisburn is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join their team on an initial temporary contract for 6 months, with potential for extension. If this sounds like it might be of interest to you, please apply for more information.
Salary/ Benefits
In order to attract the very best talent on the market, a generous remuneration package is on offer based on experience plus a range of benefits including:
* Initial 6-month contract with a view to extension
* Comfortable working environment
* Hybrid work from home/office model ongoing
The Ideal Person
Have a minimum of two years' experience working in a Finance environment to include:
* Preparing and processing journals and reconciliations
* Working with a computerised accounts package
* Using advanced Excel skills to capture and analyse data for information and reporting purposes
Or
Possess a minimum of 5 GCSEs at 'A', 'B', or 'C' grades or equivalent (including English Language and Mathematics).
And
Have a minimum of three years' experience working in a Finance environment to include:
* Preparing and processing journals and reconciliations
* Working with a computerised accounts package
* Using advanced Excel skills to capture and analyse data for information and reporting purposes
* Fully qualified Accounting Technician, with membership of a recognised body (i.e. AAT / ATI)
* Experience of working in the public sector
Responsibilities
Assist with the day-to-day functions within the Finance Directorate:
* Prepare and upload journals onto the finance system
* Assist the management and financial accountants with timely and accurate production of financial reports and reconciliations, through the provision of high-quality administrative and technical support
* Assist as required in the preparation of internal and statutory returns to ensure compliance with legislation, financial instructions, scheme of delegation, policies, procedures, and best practice
* Assist with end of month and end of year accounts procedures to support the preparation of the financial and management accounts
* Prepare operational reports and assist with the preparation of strategic reports that provide information to support decision-making
* Maintain financial records, ensuring accuracy and completeness
* Provide ad-hoc financial management information as required, including extraction and calculation of figures and the creation of documents using software packages such as MS Excel or Access
* Assist with non-current asset reconciliations, including matching of payments and liaising with relevant stakeholders for outstanding documentation
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