Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Londonderry Area

Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
Location: Fawney Road, Drumahoe, L’Derry
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexible options available)

We’re currently working with a well-established business based in the Drumahoe area of L’Derry who are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their busy finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a varied role that blends finance and administration duties.

The Role

As the Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the finance function by maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and assisting with payroll and HR administration.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier invoices and ensuring accurate data entry
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies
• Preparing and processing payment runs (BACS/cheques)
• Managing purchase orders and liaising with suppliers regarding queries
• Completing monthly bank reconciliations
• Preparing VAT and Intrastat returns
• Processing weekly payroll and maintaining pension records
• Supporting HR administration, including recruitment paperwork, onboarding, and maintaining staff records
• Assisting the wider finance team with customer accounts and general administrative duties

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a busy accounts office environment
• Minimum 3 years’ experience using Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Payroll
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Excellent organisational, process and time management abilities
• A proactive, team-focused approach and high attention to detail

Working Hours & Flexibility

Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, with shift options available:

• 8:00am – 4:30pm
• 8:30am – 5:00pm
• 9:00am – 5:30pm

A 4-day working week can also be facilitated..

 Benefits

• Full-time permanent role with long-term stability
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance

If you’re an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to take the next step in your career within a well-respected local business, we’d love to hear from you.

Hit APPLY or contact the Reactive Recruitment Offices and ask for Josh McMeekin for a confidential chat.