Accounts Receivable Specialist

A well-established and successful manufacturing business based in Ballymena is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable & Payroll Specialist to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional with strong accounts receivable and payroll experience to play a key role within a busy finance function. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, processing payroll, supporting month-end activities, and maintaining accurate financial records while working closely with internal departments and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Raise and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Process weekly and monthly payroll. Monitor the accounts receivable ledger, ensuring customer payments are received, allocated and recorded correctly. Proactively follow up on outstanding customer accounts and resolve billing or payment queries. Reconcile customer accounts and prepare aged debtor reports. Allocate customer receipts within the accounting system. Respond to customer account enquiries and provide statements as required. Support month-end reporting by preparing accounts receivable reconciliations and schedules. Maintain accurate and organised records of invoices, receipts and customer correspondence. Liaise with internal departments to resolve account-related issues efficiently. Support internal and external audits by providing relevant financial documentation. Complete bank reconciliations. Reconcile company credit card accounts. Assist with Purchase Ledger duties as required. Carry out other finance-related responsibilities as reasonably required. Essential Criteria Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or similar finance role. Proven experience processing both weekly and monthly payroll. Experience managing credit insurance and liaising with external stakeholders, including banks and insurers. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes. Experience using accounting software and ERP systems (such as Sage, Infor, Syteline or similar). Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Desirable Criteria Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently. Customer-focused with a professional and approachable manner. A proactive team player with a positive attitude. High levels of integrity, accountability and confidentiality. For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact Jordan Brown for a confidential chat today. Follow the agency on LinkedIn for expert career advice, the latest jobs, industry news and much more Benefits: Flexi-Time ADZN1_NI41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15