Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)
Sector: Education
Location: South Dublin
Contract: 2-3 months (short-term assignment)
Hours: 35 per week, Monday-Friday
About the Role
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a leading institution in the education sector. This short-term role will provide vital support during a transition period, focusing on expenses and OCR processes within Workday.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys contributing to process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
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Invoicing: Manage invoicing for domestic and international customers, ensuring compliance with contracts, University policies, and procedures.
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Accounts Payable support: Assist with the full AP cycle, including sales order processing, payments, and reconciliation of customer accounts.
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Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with Schools, Research Centres, the Research Finance Office, and other academic/administrative units to streamline invoicing, payments, and reporting processes.
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Continuous improvement: Contribute to enhancements in the accounts payable function, including technology-driven improvements and system upgrades.
Must-Have Requirements
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Previous accounts payable experience, ideally within the education, public sector, or not-for-profit environment.
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Ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced setting.
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Strong communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
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Proactive mindset - capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.
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Immediate availability to start
What's on Offer
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A short-term contract (2-3 months) with immediate impact.
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Opportunity to work within a prestigious education institution.
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Collaborative environment with exposure to finance transformation projects.
