ARGENTO ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Belfast based multi-channel retailer Argento was founded in 1997 and has 25 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join the busy Head Office Team working for the Argento Group (includes Argento retail, Angus Properties, Let’s Go Hydro & Let’s Go Padel). This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress within a fast-paced commercial environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the busy Finance Team working for the Argento Group (includes Argento retail, Angus Properties and Let’s Go Hydro) for a permanent contract.
Further Information:
Job Title: Purchase Ledger Clerk
Responsible to: Group Financial Controller
Location: Argento Head Office, 10 Lelia Street, Belfast BT4
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: full five-day office based,Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1630
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)
BENEFITS
- Generous employee discount (after 3 months service of 6-month probation)
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Eye care vouchers & Flu jab vouchers
- Regular staff events
Job Summary
Duties will include processing purchase invoices, preparing and running bacs payments, reconciling supplier statements, (ROI and UK), reconciling credit card expenses, answering telephones, dealing with general queries and supporting the smooth running of the accounts payable function.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and numerical skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to an efficient finance operation.
Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain both Sales & Purchase ledgers
- Entering large volumes of purchase and sales invoices into accounting software
- Matching payments to invoices
- Invoice processing including raising any credit notes
- Assistance with supplier reconciliations contacting the supplier or customer if necessary and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with bank reconciliations, reconciling bank statements, matching transactions with invoices, payments and deposits
- Dealing with queries & support the wider Finance Team with ad hoc administrative duties in connection with the above
Essential Criteria: Skills and experience:
- 5 GSCEs (or equivalent) including Maths & English
- 2 years’ experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant role or similar, preferably within a retail or hospitality environment
- Previous experience in an invoice processing role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience using accounting software would be advantageous
- Knowledge of payroll is desirable
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, prioritising workload
- Able to sustain high levels of concentration in a high-volume environment
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
- Strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must be flexible, honest, professional and accountable
- Right to Work in the UK
How to apply:
If you fit all the above criteria and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit a copy of your CV and Cover Letter detailing how you meet the criteria to [email protected]
Candidates who are offered employment will be required to produce proof of identification and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Closing date: Monday 10th August 2026 at 1200PM
Applications submitted following the closing date will not be considered.
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Private medical insurance
Experience:
- Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
