Assistant Accountant

Job Purpose

The Assistant Accountant supports the Finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely management information, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.

The role contributes to month-end reporting, balance sheet integrity, and day-to-day transactional finance activity while working closely with the wider finance team and operational stakeholders.

Job Title
Assistant Accountant

Department
Finance

Reports To
Financial Controller

Location
Aghalee

Salary Range
£30,000-£35,000 depending on experience

Shift Pattern
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Prepare monthly accruals and prepayments
• Support Trial Balance reconciliations and journal postings
• Assist with month-end close processes to ensure deadlines are achieved

• Process sales and purchase invoices as required
• Complete supplier payments in line with company controls
• Perform bank reconciliations, expenses processing, and credit card postings
• Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded in the accounting system

• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Ensure supporting documentation is complete and audit-ready

• Prepare VAT, Intrastat, EC Sales Lists, and other statutory or statistical returns
• Ensure compliance with Revenue requirements and financial regulations
• Support tax reconciliations and reporting as required

• Support preparation of year-end statutory accounts
• Assist with audit requirements, including provision of schedules and ad-hoc analysis
• Respond to audit queries in a timely and professional manner

• Undertake other ad-hoc finance duties as required
• Support continuous improvement within the finance function
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial accuracy and control

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a finance role
• Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines
• Team-focused with a flexible and proactive approach
• Strong Excel skills and confidence using finance systems

• Experience in a high-volume finance department
• Experience in a multi-company, multi-currency environment
• Knowledge of UK and Irish VAT
• Working knowledge of Sage or similar ERP accounting systems

• Highly organised and methodical
• Reliable, professional, and accountable
• Analytical with a problem-solving mindset
• Collaborative and supportive team player
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

• Join a company focused on innovation, sustainability and growth
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A competitive salary and company benefits are available for the right candidate

Note:

This description is intended to be a guide of what duties are most likely to be but should not be taken as a definitive list. Hannon may adapt duties as deemed necessary.