Trainee Accounts Administrator

Trainee Accounts Administrator Cookstown

We are delighted to be partnering with a growing and well-established business to recruit a Trainee Accounts Administrator for their finance team based in Cookstown.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in accounting and gain broad, hands-on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control and payroll.

Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll receive full support and practical exposure across a range of accounting processes, while developing your skills in a busy and supportive environment. Day release is also available for candidates attending college to complete an Accounting Technician qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with processing accounts payable transactions and ensuring invoices and payments are recorded accurately
• Support accounts receivable activities, including processing payments and resolving customer queries
• Assist with credit control and following up outstanding customer balances
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data across accounting systems
• Assist with account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain organised records of invoices, receipts and other financial documentation
• Support month-end accounting activities and reporting requirements
• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll
• Use accounting software including Sage, Xero and Dext
• Assist with maintaining accurate customer and supplier records
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative duties
• Develop knowledge of accounting processes and best practices through hands-on experience

Who We're Looking For

• Strong interest in developing a career within accounting and finance
• Previous experience within an office, administration or finance environment would be advantageous but is not essential
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information
• Good IT skills and willingness to learn new accounting systems
• Strong communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions
• Students currently studying, or planning to study, an Accounting Technician qualification are encouraged to apply

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full training and ongoing support
• Day release available for Accounting Technician studies
• Hands-on experience across multiple areas of finance
• Exposure to Sage, Xero and Dext
• Supportive team environment
• Excellent opportunity to develop a long-term career in accounting

If you're looking to take your first step into a career in accounting and want to gain practical experience while working towards an Accounting Technician qualification, get in touch with Diarmuid for a confidential discussion.