Finance Associate - Accounts Payable - 12 month FTC in Belfast

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

As a Finance Associate - Accounts Payable Specialist at Kainos, you will be responsible for performing a wide variety of accounting tasks. You will be working as part of a Finance team within a fast-paced PLC environment to effectively deliver support for the core business.

The key responsibilities for this role include:

• Accurately enter supplier invoices to the accounting system for approval on a timely basis.
• Generate payments to suppliers for approved invoices in line with approved payment processes.
• Review automatic payments (e.g. direct debits) to ensure appropriately authorised and documentation received.
• Respond to external suppliers and internal colleagues regarding all aspects of the accounts payable process.
• Performing supplier statement reconciliations.
• Complete new supplier set up process.
• Assist with bank reconciliations.
• Providing support to the rest of the Finance as required.

MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work efficiently and comfortably prioritise your workload in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.
• A self-starter who can work on their own initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills with both staff and external stakeholders.
• A proven ability of strong team skills, including taking direction from others, is crucial.
• Highly flexible, including willingness to work flexible hours at peak times.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Sound knowledge of Workday, or a similar accounting package.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures and processes.

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.

We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people’s lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow.

Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.

Our people love the exciting work, the cutting-edge technologies and the benefits we offer. That’s why we’ve been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies on numerous occasions.