Accounts Assistant
Salary: Competitive - up to €42,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Hybrid working model, Healthcare, Company Pension
Location: Galway
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
The Role
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Galway. This role is ideally suited to a finance professional with strong Accounts Payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and takes pride in accuracy and process improvement.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function, with a particular focus on accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end support.
Key Responsibilities
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Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
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Ensure suppliers are paid in line with agreed payment terms
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Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve queries
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Maintain and update supplier master data
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Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs
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Process employee expense claims in line with company policy
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Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
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Support month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations
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Assist with internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation
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Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve issues
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Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and efficiencies
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Ensure compliance with Irish VAT requirements and internal company policies
Requirements
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Part-qualified or qualified Accounting Technician (preferred)
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3-5 years' experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role
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Experience working in a high-volume finance environment
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system
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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
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High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
What's on Offer
Our client offers an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-established organisation where employees are supported and valued. The role provides exposure to a dynamic finance function, a competitive salary, a flexible hybrid working model, healthcare benefits, and a company pension scheme
