Accounts Assistant

Cork
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

We are excited to offer a new opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join an established and supportive finance team based in Cork. This is a varied and hands-on role that will suit a motivated individual with a strong background in day-to-day accounting processes and a proactive approach to financial operations.This position offers excellent exposure across a wide range of finance functions and would be an ideal fit for someone who has previously worked as an Accounts Assistant in industry or as a Bookkeeper in practice. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the finance function, contributing to the smooth running of monthly processes, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.Experience with Sage accounting software is essential, and familiarity with Microsoft Excel is expected. The role will appeal to someone who enjoys variety in their day-to-day tasks and is looking to join a stable, well-established organization where their skills and attention to detail will be highly valued.If you're looking for a new challenge in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect role for you.Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and issue accurate monthly client invoices and statements
Provide day-to-day support to the finance team across core accounting functions
Monitor accounts receivable, manage credit control, and follow up on outstanding payments
Accurately process employee expense claims in a timely manner
Assist with weekly cashflow forecasting and monthly management reporting
Maintain financial records using Sage and other accounting tools
Support ad-hoc finance initiatives and collaborate closely with operations and other departments

Qualifications & Experience:

3+ years experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Solid working knowledge of Sage
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and integrity
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines
Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills

This role offers a great opportunity for a finance professional to build on their experience in a stable and collaborative work environment.If you are interested in hearing more, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Morgan McKinley

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