We are seeking a detail‑oriented and reliable Accounts Assistant to provide transactional accounting support, primarily within Accounts Receivable. Working within an established manufacturing business who are a leader in the Irish market within their industry. This role plays an important part in ensuring accurate and timely financial processing, reporting, and administrative support across the finance function.
The successful candidate will support invoicing, cash processing, reporting, reconciliations, and audit activities, while also providing wider administrative and reception cover when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Run standard accounting system reports and provide accurate transactional data to support month‑end close
- Process customer invoices, credit notes, debit notes and statements in a timely and accurate manner
- Prepare weekly and monthly sales reporting
- Maintain the debtors ledger and support basic credit control activities
- Record, allocate and reconcile customer receipts and lodgements
- Resolve internal and external customer account queries professionally and efficiently
- Maintain production recording data and perform cross‑checks against system outputs
- Complete bank reconciliations
- Prepare statutory and regulatory reporting including CSO, Intrastat and VIES
- Provide basic audit support
- Assist with accounts payable activities as required
- Provide cover for accounts, administration, and reception during staff absences
- Support reception duties including answering phones and greeting visitors when required
- Manage motor fleet administration, petty cash, stationery ordering, post, project work and other ad‑hoc duties
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- 1–2 years’ experience in an accounts or finance administration role
- Certificate in Accounting, Business Studies or a related discipline is desirable
- Experience using accounting software systems
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Well‑organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Professional and courteous communication style
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Exposure to a broad range of accounting and administrative responsibilities
- Opportunities to build practical finance experience
Apply today with an updated copy of your CV to Ciara Lawler for immediate consideration.
