Accounts Technician
Comber (BT23)
Salary Negotiable DOE
On behalf of our client a leading local wholesale/distribution business, McKinty Associates are seeking to recruit an experienced Accounts Technician. Working as part of a small team within accounts and reporting to the General Manager, the post holder will be responsible supporting the broader finance function across purchase ledger management, payroll processing, VAT compliance, and customs/trader support activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with hands-on experience of Sage 200 to contribute to a dynamic and growing organisation.
Key Duties:
VAT Returns & Compliance
- Prepare and submit accurate quarterly VAT returns in compliance with HMRC requirements.
- Maintain VAT records, reconcile VAT control accounts, and resolve discrepancies.
Trader Support Service (TSS) & Customs Compliance
- Manage and process customs declarations and movements in line with Trader Support Service (TSS).
- Maintain accurate records of import and export transactions.
Payroll
- Process monthly or weekly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with PAYE, National Insurance, and pension auto-enrolment obligations.
- Administer starters, leavers, overtime, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) within the payroll system.
- Submit Real Time Information (RTI) returns to HMRC and reconcile payroll control accounts.
Purchase Ledger
- Manage the end-to-end purchase ledger function, including invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliations, and payment runs.
- Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving discrepancies with relevant departments.
- Maintain accurate supplier records and manage the aged creditors report.
- Ensure supplier payments are processed within agreed terms.
Invoicing & Sales Orders
- Raise and issue accurate sales invoices in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with agreed pricing, terms, and delivery/service completion.
- Process and manage sales orders from creation through to invoicing, maintaining a clear and auditable trail at each stage.
- Reconcile sales ledger accounts, monitor outstanding debtors, and chase overdue invoices in line with agreed credit control procedures.
- Liaise with operations, sales, and logistics teams to resolve invoice queries and discrepancies promptly.
- Produce regular aged debtors reports and escalate persistent non-payment issues to the Finance Manager.
Eligibility criteria:
- Recent relevant experience in a finance team (3-5 years minimum).
- Experience in accounts packages (Sage 200).
- Computer literate - including strong Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Excellent communicator and able to build relationships and rapport.
- Good numeracy aptitude and keen eye for detail.
- Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and workload.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Applications for this role will be considered immediately with a view to placing the right individual ASAP, so please register your interest early. Please note, the opening may close in advance of advertised closing date - this is a guideline only.
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