Accounts Assistant (Part Time - Permanent)

Accounts Assistant (Part-Time, Permanent)

Location: Dublin City Centre (Dublin 1)
Salary: €35,000-€40,000 (pro-rata)
Company: Leading International FMCG Organisation

The Opportunity

We are delighted to partner with a well-known international FMCG company to recruit a Part-Time Accounts Assistant for their growing finance team in Dublin 1. This is a permanent opportunity offering flexibility, excellent benefits, and the chance to work within a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting multiple sites across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively in a small, supportive finance team and is confident taking ownership of key finance processes.

Working Pattern & Flexibility

• Part-time: 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
• Flexible options available depending on candidate preference:
  • 9:00am-1:00pm, Monday-Friday
  • OR Monday-Wednesday (full days)
• Standard office hours:
  • 9:00am-5:00pm (30 min lunch) or 9:00am-5:30pm (1-hour lunch)
  • Flexibility to start from 8:30am

Hybrid Working:

• Initial 2-3 months onsite for onboarding and training
• Flexibility to move to a hybrid model thereafter
• Team typically prefers being onsite for collaboration

Key Responsibilities

As Accounts Assistant, you will provide essential support across a high-volume finance function, including:

Accounts Payable:

• Manage AP processes for core suppliers (300-400 invoices per month)
• Upload and process invoices onto the system (high level of automation in place)
• Ensure accuracy and reconcile against store records
• Process supplier statements and resolve discrepancies

Financial Operations

• Bank reconciliations
• Posting journals and maintaining accuracy across ledgers
• Management of liabilities across trading stores and lease entities
• Company credit card administration

Month-End & Reporting

• Assist with accruals preparation
• Support P&L reporting per store and general ledger activities

Payroll Support

• Fortnightly payroll coordination (approx. 200 employees)
• Liaise with outsourced payroll provider

Systems

• AccountsIQ (user-friendly, modern system)

About the Team & Environment

• Reporting into a small, collaborative finance team
• Supporting a business with approx. €50 million turnover
• Fast-paced, high-volume environment

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone with:

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a similar accounts/finance role
• ATI qualification desirable but not essential

Skills & Attributes

• Highly accurate with strong attention to detail
• Motivated, committed, and proactive
• Confident communicator who is comfortable speaking up
• Collaborative and enjoys working as part of a team
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Salary & Benefits

• €35,000-€40,000 (pro-rata)
• Group performance bonus
• 21 days annual leave + up to 5 additional days
• Health insurance (post-probation)
• Company pension (4% contribution)

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a recognised FMCG leader, offering flexibility, career stability, and exposure to a dynamic finance function within a growing organisation.