Smyths Daleside require Financial Administrator

Milling since 1865 Smyths Daleside are the leading manufacturer of animal feed in the Northwest of Ireland. For over 155 years, we have been making the highest quality feeds with the aim of exceeding our customers’ expectations. We now invite applications for the following permanent position at our Ballindrait mill - Financial Administrator - Job Ref No: SD/FA/07/26 Reporting to the Company Accountant the Financial Administrator will be responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services to the finance and senior management teams. The Role: • Process and reconcile purchase invoices, credit notes and purchase orders using accounting software; • Manage purchase contracts, maintain raw material stock records and reconcile supplier-held stock; • Oversee purchase order processing, invoice approvals and resolve supplier and invoice queries; • Calculate monthly storage, carriage costs and manage supplier payments; • Maintain the fixed asset register, calculate monthly depreciation and prepare VAT, VIES, Intrastat, EU VAT refund and ROS returns. The Person: • Have strong IT skills with experience in Microsoft Office applications, in particular MS Excel; • Able to work effectively both on your own initiative and also within a busy team; • Possess excellent organisational, time management and interpersonal skills; • Have excellent attention to detail and a high numerical understanding; • Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience of working in a similar finance role and experience using accounting software; • A business-related qualification would be advantageous but not essential. The successful candidate should be reliable, efficient, motivated and be able to work as part of a team. Candidates should have a good standard of education, the ability to complete accurate documentation and good communication skills. To apply please forward a current CV and cover letter to the HR Manager, Smyths Daleside, Ballindrait, Lifford, Co Donegal, F93 K447 or email hr@smythsdaleside.com Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm on Tuesday 28th July 2026. Smyths Daleside is an equal opportunities employer.