Accounts Assistant

To apply please download the application form here.

Completed applications (including EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MONITORING FORM) must be sent to: Pauline Sterritt, Countryside Services Ltd, 97 Moy Road, Dungannon, Co Tyrone, BT71 7DX or via Email: applications@countrysideservices.com

Closing Date: Monday 8th September 2025

Only application forms will be accepted for this post. Curriculum vitae will not be accepted.

Job Role: Accounts Assistant

Reports To: Finance Manager

Benefits:

– Salary
– Enhanced Holidays
– Occupational Sick Pay
– Pension Scheme
– Bonus Scheme

Contract Type: Full-time

KEY PURPOSE:
The successful candidate will be able to work independently and as part of our Finance team, by successfully assisting with accounting tasks. The candidate should have excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to demonstrate attention to detail.

Main Duties:

– Posting of company credit cards and month end reconciliations
– Posting of purchase ledger transactions to supplier accounts
– Creating Sales Invoices
– Assisting with credit control & aged debt management
– Reconciliation of supplier accounts.
– Assisting with monthly payment runs
– Assisting with allocating receipts and payments and bank reconciliations
– Supporting the preparation of management accounts and month-end duties

General:

– To deal with customer/supplier queries
– To maintain accurate records
– To undertake other duties as may be required within the finance team
– Other duties as required, contributing to the wider work of the organisation and demonstrate flexibility in line with the needs of the organisation

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

(a) Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have –
• 5 GCSE or equivalent including English and Mathematics (Grade C or above)
• At least 2 years’ experience working within a busy office environment
• Familiar with Sage 50 Accounts or similar accounting program
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Programs: Excel & Outlook including operation and maintenance of shared mailboxes.

(b) Abilities and Skills
Applicants will be expected to provide evidence, in their application and/or at interview, of the following well developed skills and abilities:
• Possess the skills necessary to co-ordinate workload in a busy office environment
• Ability to work with others and work under your own initiative to meet high standards and tight deadlines
• Proven organisational skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and flexibility in your approach to your role is essential.  We reserve the right to amend or change this job description from time to time to suit the changing needs of the role and the business and you agree to accept any such changes.