Accounts Payable Assistant

We are recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy Finance team within a well-established business in the construction and property development sector. This hands-on role involves managing supplier invoices, supporting payment processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. It suits someone organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.

Location: Cork City Centre

Responsibilities

• Process supplier and subcontractor invoices and keep the creditors ledger accurate and up to date.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs in line with cash flow requirements.
• Manage subcontractor RCT submissions through ROS.
• Respond to supplier queries and monitor the accounts email inbox.
• Assist with month-end tasks, including AP reports, accruals and reconciliations.
• Process company credit card transactions, travel and mileage expenses, and maintain petty cash records.
• Support the update of project-related professional fees and ensure invoices are approved for payment.
• Assist in preparing information for tax deadlines such as VAT, CRO and CGT.
  
  

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail with good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to take ownership of tasks.