Accounts Payable Specialist in Newry

Accounts Payable Specialist | Newry, Northern Ireland | £28,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Working pattern: Full-time, office-based About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable clerk to join a well-established and growing business based in Newry. Following the departure of a valued member of the finance team, the business is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and take ownership of the accounts payable function within a busy finance environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that has been successfully established for over 30 years, has a fantastic company culture and is continuing to scale and grow. You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your experience will be valued and where there is plenty of opportunity to develop your skills as the business continues to expand. Key Responsibilities Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently Processing supplier payments in line with agreed payment schedules Completing regular supplier statement reconciliations Investigating and resolving invoice and payment discrepancies Creating and maintaining accruals Assisting with the month-end close process Ensuring supplier accounts are accurate and up to date Liaising with internal teams and suppliers to resolve queries Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all transactions are processed in a timely manner Supporting the wider finance team with additional duties as required About You We're looking for someone with previous experience in a busy Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger environment. You'll ideally have: Proven experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role Experience processing high volumes of invoices Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Experience with supplier reconciliations and payment processing Experience assisting with month-end processes and accruals Good working knowledge of Sage 200 Experience using an FMS system would be advantageous The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player A proactive approach and the confidence to manage a busy workload Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with suppliers and colleagues What's on Offer? 20 days annual leave + bank holidays Private healthcare Company pension Free on-site parking Regular staff social events A genuinely great company culture The opportunity to join a highly established business with 30+ years of success A growing and ambitious business with exciting plans to scale further A supportive and collaborative working environment The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to join a company where people genuinely enjoy working. If you're looking for your next move and want to become part of a successful, established business that is continuing to grow, we'd love to hear from you. BH37609