Accounts Payable Specialist in Cookstown

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic Finance team at our Head Office in Cookstown. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the continuous growth and success of the Keylite business. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting various financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our reporting and compliance processes.

What you’ll be doing

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting process. Assist with data gathering and analysis for our sustainability reporting.
• Treasury & Payables Management: Monitor and manage daily cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operations. Processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records. Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs. Manage the company's employee expenses policy and claims, ensuring adherence and timely processing. Participation in monthly team meetings and preparation of PowerPoint presentations.
• Compliance & Statutory Returns: Preparation of UK and ROI VAT returns. Review and submit Intrastat / EC Sales returns. Assist with the preparation of statutory year-end financial statements and support audit processes, liaising with external auditors.
• Asset & Intercompany Management: Manage the company's Fixed Assets Register. Ensure all intercompany recharges are processed accurately and on time.
• Operational Support & Improvement: Assist with managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting function, liaising effectively with other finance sub-departments. Provide cover and support to Accounts Receivable teams during holiday periods or peak times. Participate in projects designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance function. Undertake any other ad hoc duties as required to support the Finance department and wider business operations. Be prepared to travel to and between sites as necessary to fulfil the requirements of the post and meet project deadlines. Ensure a flexible approach to working hours to fulfil the requirements of the post and meet project deadlines.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with financial information.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across the business.

What we’re looking for

• Part qualified Accountant studying with either CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent.
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to use own initiative and demonstrate a high level of organisational skill.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with both financial and non-financial people.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to manage remote teams.
• Unquestionable professional ethics and integrity.
• Ability to proactively resolve day-to-day operational issues and to effect process improvements.
• Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Excel).
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 32 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Pension.
• Life Assurance.
• Healthcare Cashback Plan.
• Enhanced Family Friendly policies.
• Additional employee benefits including access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Employee Recognition awards, Employee Assistance Programme.

A Bit About Us

For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family-owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting-edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market-leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors. Keylite Roof Windows was established in 2001 and is known for innovative roof window solutions. Keylite offers a full range of pitched roof windows, flat roof windows, blinds, timber loft ladders and flashings. With a focus on design technology, unrivalled service and renowned product support, Keylite is the trusted choice for professionals and homeowners alike.