Finance assistant

Role: Finance assistant

Location: Swords, Dublin

Salary: 35-36k

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant for one of our clients based in swords. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is building their career in finance and wants to develop broad experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, reporting and general finance administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment requests accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process customer invoices and assist with ad hoc customer reports
• Preparation of accounts payable reconciliations
• Assist with accounts receivable collections and ad hoc customer requests.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial analysis.
• Maintain the finance filing system and ensure appropriate documentation is retained.
• Respond to finance queries from colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• Support the Finance Manager with ad-hoc analysis, projects and administrative tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and accuracy of finance processes

Requirements:

• Previous experience in finance, accounts or administrative role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with accounting software or an ERP system is desirable
• Part-qualified or studying towards an accounting qualification.
• Experience working in a fast-paced or growing organization.