At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the finance team with sales and purchase ledgers, reporting, and cash flow management.
- Company: Join Richmond, Ireland’s leading trend-spotting premium brand builder since 1992.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment with potential for career growth.
- Other info: 12-month maternity cover role with hands-on involvement in all finance aspects.
- Why this job: Be part of a bold team that disrupts the market and makes a real impact.
- Qualifications: 3 years in accounts, with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a highly competent Accounts Assistant to assist the Finance Team at our busy NI office. The role will involve engagement with our NI Finance and Commercial team covering all aspects of the finance function. This role is for a period of 12 months to cover a maternity leave.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribution to management of the sales ledger, including but not limited to: credit control duties, recording customer receipts, management of EDI, preparation of monthly direct debits, and issuing of customer statements.
- Supporting with the maintenance of stock purchase ledger and the relevant order control, including but not limited to processing and recording purchase orders, recording shipping and receipt details, and tracking orders from various key suppliers and intercompany movements.
- Supporting with the maintenance of non-stock purchase ledger, including but not limited to recording of all purchase invoices received, liaising with various budget holders to seek approvals, processing and coding of invoices, creation and upkeep of purchase order system, creating monthly payment runs, and dealing with supplier queries as and when they arise.
- Collation of monthly recharges for submission to the relevant brand owners.
- Creation of various daily and month end reports, including but not limited to: Daily Sales, FOC, Depletion Reports, Stock Report, Debtors Report.
- Ensuring appropriate monthly reconciliations are performed.
- On a daily and monthly basis ensure invoice financing declarations are made and ensure processing of payments and drawdowns are completed to manage cash flow.
- As part of a small finance team, take a hands-on approach to all aspects of the business, working closely with management, logistics partners, and the sales team.
- Assisting with the adequacy of accounting internal controls and the continuing compliance.
- Working closely with the Finance Director and Finance Manager in the preparation of financial reports, including monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Ambitious person with excellent work ethic and excellent communication skills.
- Flourishes in a busy environment and is a fast learner.
- Energetic and enthusiastic approach to tasks, especially when the team needs support.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Accounts team, with one year in a senior role.
- Part qualified/IATI trained preferable.
Senior Accounts Assistant (12 month - Maternity Cover) in Belfast employer: Richmond Marketing
Richmond Marketing is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Employees benefit from direct engagement with management and opportunities to enhance their accounting skills within a dynamic finance team in the vibrant city of Belfast. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to maintaining a positive work environment, Richmond Marketing stands out as a rewarding place to build a career.
