Accounts Assistant S12052.

Accounts Assistant – Sandyford, Dublin

Working arrangement: Office-based

Working hours: 9.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 9.00am to 4.30pm on Fridays.

Summer Fridays: 3.00pm finish on Fridays during July and August.

Salary: €40k – €45k pa depending on experience

Benefits: Annual bonus based on achievement of agreed KPIs, employer pension contribution of up to 5% following successful completion of the probationary period, annual leave: 23 days per annum, plus Good Friday.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced, confident and dependable Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, cash flow administration and VAT returns. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, a proactive approach and the ability to build positive working relationships across the organisation.

This person will be comfortable taking responsibility for their own work while also contributing to a friendly, respectful and high-performing team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable activities, including customer invoicing, receipt allocation, account reconciliations and credit control follow-up.
• Process accounts payable transactions, including supplier invoices, payment preparation, statement reconciliations and resolution of queries.
• Complete daily banking activities and maintain accurate bank records and reconciliations.
• Support cash flow monitoring and reporting by maintaining up-to-date information on receipts, payments and expected cash movements.
• Prepare and assist with VAT returns, ensuring that records are accurate, complete and submitted in line with relevant deadlines.
• Maintain accurate financial records within the company‘s ERP system.
• Assist with month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations and the preparation of finance reports.
• Respond promptly and professionally to queries from customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc analysis, administration and process improvements.
• Follow internal controls, company procedures and good financial practice at all times.

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of three to five years‘ relevant experience in an accounts assistant, finance administration or similar role.
• Practical experience across accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking and reconciliations.
• Experience supporting cash flow reporting and VAT return preparation.
• Good working knowledge of an ERP or accounting system.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word.
• A relevant accounting qualification is desirable.

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Clear, confident and professional communicator.
• Accurate, organised and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Reliable and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership for assigned work.
• Friendly, approachable and comfortable working with colleagues across the business.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively on their own initiative.
• A supportive team member who contributes to shared goals.
• Positive, practical and solutions-focused, with a genuine can-do attitude.
• Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential financial information.

For more information please send your CV to Carol in confidence through the link.

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