This job expired on 27th July 2026
Accounts Assistant - Part Time
Accounts Assistant - Part Time
Location: Ballymena
The successful candidate will assist with the accurate and timely preparation of accounts in line with company policy and procedures. This will include assisting with the reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts monthly, identifying control weaknesses and taking remedial action when required. You will also provide backup information and support for the accounting team, site director and other management whilst ensuring that all work completed complies with Group, manufacturer and industry guidelines.
This is a part-time position, with flexibility in the arrangement of working hours.
About this role
The role will require you to perform some of the following duties but also to have a working knowledge of all areas of the accounts function including :
Sales Ledger
· Preparation of daily lodgements
· Reconciliation of sales ledger accounts
· Assisting with Credit management
· Preparation of month end statements
Purchase Ledger
· Processing of purchase invoices
· Verification/coding of invoices
· Scanning & storage of invoices
· Reconciliation of monthly supplier statements
Other duties:
· Posting of receipts & payments from the bank account
· Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations
· Assisting with ad-hoc duties as and when required
Person Specification:
Essential:
· Previous experience within a busy accounts office
· Excellent IT skills, proficient in Excel and other Microsoft packages
· Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong organisational skills, able to work unsupervised and plan workloads effectively to meet deadlines
Desirable:
Previous experience in accounts, using accounts software; Sage etc
Full training will be provided on systems & processes to ensure that all work completed complies with Donnelly Group from a Manufacturer & industry guidelines.
Employee Benefits
Supporting our people at work and beyond.
· 30 Days’ Holiday — increasing with long service
· Health Cash Back Scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme — including GP Anytime
· Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
· Pension Provision & Life Assurance
· Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover
· Retail Discounts through BenefitHub
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club
· Continuous Development & Learning
This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties as discussed and directed by their line manager.
The company reserves the right to expand the shortlisting criteria where necessary to facilitate the shortlisting process.
Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion across our workplace.
Apply now and take the next step in your career with Donnelly Group!
What you will need
Required criteria
- Previous experience within a busy accounts office
- Excellent IT skills, proficient in Excel and other Microsoft packages
- Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills, able to work unsupervised and plan workloads effectively to meet deadlines
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Time Management
Attention to detail
Communication
Planning and Organising





