Accounts Administrator

About us: Established in 1974, CFM is a multi-award-winning all trades construction and maintenance company servicing clients across the public and private sector. Innovation has been central to the growth of the business, with CFM trusted and valued by clients throughout Northern Ireland. As a business, we deliver high-quality maintenance and improvement services within local government, social housing, healthcare, commercial and industrial sectors, having responsibility for a portfolio of 40,000+ properties, delivering approximately 2,000+ repairs and projects each week. As a family business, our team are our most important resource, united by our strong company values. Our team are Committed, Focused and Motivated to help achieve our vivid vision which is to support the lives of 1 million People by 2031, by maintaining & regenerating 100,000 places, ensuring that our operations create a sustainable Planet for tomorrow. Role Overview: This role will work as part of the accounts team carrying out duties that will include; sales ledger, purchase ledger, statement reconciliation, debt recovery and dealing with queries to assist with the smooth running of the accounts department. Key Activities / Responsibilities: To log supplier/sub-contractor invoices onto computerised finance system. To check the accuracy of price/quantity calculations, disputing incorrect invoices, requesting credit notes for overcharges and recording receipt of same. To ensure all costs are allocated to the correct nominal account/project/department. Reconciliation of supplier/sub-contractor statements. Making payments to suppliers/sub-contractors in line with scheduled payment dates. Ensure complete and accurate records. Assisting colleague Accounts Administrators Dealing with customer/supplier queries that may arise. Ensure compliance with legislation. Answering the telephone and dealing with general inquiries. To perform the job in accordance with the companys policies and procedures, especially the Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work Policy. To perform any other duties as may be reasonably required. Education / Experience: Essential 2 years experience of working in a finance department in a similar role Data input experience IT literate, proficient in Microsoft Office Desirable Part / Qualified Accounting Technician (IATI) or qualified by experience Sage 200 Accounts experience Skills/Competencies: Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Ability to manage workload effectively to meet deadlines & targets The ability to deal with the unexpected and good problem-solving skills. Skills: Strong attention to detail Communication skills Accuracy