Job Description

Finance Assistant

Job Outline

United Performance Metals (UPM), one of Northern Ireland's fastest growing companies, is looking for an enthusiastic accounts professional to join their small but friendly finance team in their Newtownards plant. This is a full-time permanent post.

About The Role:

The successful candidate will join the accounts team as an Finance Assistant. The individual will have strong communication skills and experience of working in a team as well as on their own initiative.

The post will require you to carry out the following tasks:

Daily exchange rates and banking (multiple currencies across 2 companies) Vouchering consumable and freight invoices Filing payment run documents Setting up vendor and customer accounts Managing credit control (credit checks, payment chasing, sending statements) Liaising with other departments (releasing holds, payment notifications) Supporting month end processes Provide cover for material costings as and when needed Other duties as assigned by management
Full training will be provided

What you need to have:

Essential Skills & Qualifications

5 GCSEs to include Mathematics and English at Grade C and above
Over 1 year's previous experience in a similar role in Industry
Proficient in the use of MS Office software (particularly Excel)
Good working knowledge of accounting systems
Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines Enthusiastic and able to work as part of a team

Desirable

2 A Levels at Grade C or above (or equivalent) Accounting Technician qualification (or equivalent) Previous experience in the manufacturing/engineering industry
Criteria to be used for shortlisting, therefore, information required must be clearly listed on CV
Criteria to be assessed at interview

What we offer:

Over the last 14 years our team has grown to be a strong and dedicated workforce and continued growth is planned. Ensuring everyone enjoys their work is important to us. You'll be part of a small, motivated team in a unique company in Northern Ireland at the brink of an exciting time of growth. We offer:

A competitive salary of in the range 31,780 to 34,163 per annum depending on experience and skills A bonus scheme Company sick pay Part of a large global network of companies Free on-site parking

About Us:

Our head office in Northern Ireland is in Ballyharry Business Park on the outskirts of Newtownards, only 20 minutes from Belfast by car. Website - www.upmet.com

Closing date for submission of CVs is

Monday 22nd

September 2025 at 5 pm

. Interviews will take place at our premises shortly after shortlisting.

No agencies please

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,780.00-34,163.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person