Accounts Assistant - Reconciliations (FTC) in Ballyclare

A flexible, part-time finance role with real responsibility in a growing, high-performing SME.

Genie Insights is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant with experience in a commercial environment to support and take ownership of key aspects of the day-to-day financial administration of the business. Working closely with the company directors, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring the smooth and compliant running of the finance function. As part of a small team, you will have real visibility of the business and the opportunity to contribute beyond a typical accounts administration role. This is a newly created role at Genie Insights and, as a rapidly growing company, offers opportunities for the role to grow and evolve. The position offers genuine flexibility in working hours and a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to balance work around your life.

About Genie Insights: Genie Insights supplies solar solutions for commercial vehicles. Founded in 2016, the company has grown into a highly successful small business that consistently punches above its weight in both output and profitability. These guiding principles define how we operate as a team and how we serve our customers. Working for us will give you a genuine work-life balance.

• Accounts Payable
  • Checking, coding and processing purchase invoices
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Managing supplier payments
  • Processing supplier account opening forms
• Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
  • Raising and issuing customer invoices
  • Monitoring customer accounts and supporting cash flow management
  • Conducting credit checks and managing credit limits
  • Monitoring and chasing overdue payments (escalating where required)
  • Resolving supplier and customer account queries
• General Ledger & Administration
  • Posting transactions and receipts in accounting software
  • Performing regular bank reconciliations
  • Allocating costs to contracts
  • Processing customer account opening forms
• Compliance & Financial Administration
  • Preparing quarterly EC Sales Lists
  • Assisting with month-end close processes
  • Supporting VAT quarter-end processes
  • Managing warranty provisions
  • Maintaining accurate and compliant financial records
• Reporting & KPIs
  • Preparing weekly installation and customer reports
  • Supporting contract cost tracking and profitability analysis
• Finance Operations & Administration
  • Assisting with payroll processing and pension payments
  • Managing petty cash and employee expenses
  • Handling currency transactions and transfers
  • Processing external funding claims
• Systems & Data Management
  • Setting up new customers on internal systems
  • Maintaining high standards of record keeping
• Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
  • Adhering to ISO9001 procedures
  • Participating in continuous improvement initiatives

General Responsibilities: Upholding company values and undertaking any other reasonable duties as required.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in an accounts or finance administration role within a commercial environment (typically 3+ years)
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good level of general IT literacy, including proficient in use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Possess working knowledge of computerised accounting systems and spreadsheets, ideally QuickBooks accounting software
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage projects independently, take initiative and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated, solutions-focused and well-organised

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• AAT Level 3 or above
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive or related sectors
• Knowledge of VAT and basic accounting principles
• Ability to produce management accounts
• Ability to produce budgets

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £28,000 - £34,000 FTE (pro rata based on agreed part-time hours, with the upper end reflecting higher levels of experience)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Flexible working arrangements; we are open to how the hours are structured across the week; however, once agreed, a consistent weekly working pattern is preferred
• Hybrid working (mix of office and home)
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• A varied role with real responsibility and visibility across the business
• The opportunity to contribute to a growing, successful company where your input makes a difference

Ready to Make a Change? If you're looking for a flexible, varied role where you will be trusted to take ownership and make a meaningful impact within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.