Accounts Payable Specialist in Carrickfergus

Tech Trade Recruiting is currently recruiting an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance department within a large, successful organisation, offering a competitive salary and the potential to secure a permanent position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounts payable records, processing supplier invoices and payments, and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day accounts payable activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the accounts payable ledger.
• Process purchase invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and goods received documentation.
• Process approximately 60–70 purchase invoices per day.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve invoice, purchase order and payment queries.
• Enter and maintain invoice information using Sage.
• Prepare and process supplier payments, including foreign currency transactions.
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigating discrepancies and outstanding balances.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and accounts payable documentation.
• Assist with the implementation of a new automated accounts payable system.
• Support month-end deadlines and general finance administration.
• Work closely with colleagues across the finance department to maintain efficient processes.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior Accounts Payable role.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Previous experience processing high volumes of purchase invoices.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working within a large organisation.
• Experience using automated accounts payable systems.
• Knowledge of Sage 1000 ERP.
• Previous involvement in training colleagues on accounts payable systems.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £34,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday.
• Early finish every Friday at 2.00pm.
• Opportunity to progress from a temporary position into permanent employment.
• Experience within an established and successful manufacturing business.
• Supportive finance team and exposure to modern accounting systems.

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