Senior Accounts Payable

The Role

Senior Accounts Payable

Dublin 12 - Permanent

Salary: €50,000 - €55,000 + Benefits

Office Based Role

My client is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Accounts Payable person on a permanent basis.

This person would be managing one other junior member of staff.

Candidates must have a minimum of three years' experience in a Senior Accounts Payable role or an Accounts Payable Supervisor role.

Strong Excel skills are required for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Processing: Review and oversee the processing of invoices for payment in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Vendor Management: Continuously monitor vendor accounts and reconcile them to ensure payment accuracy while promptly addressing discrepancies.
Payment Processing: Prepare and process the monthly payment run.
Recordkeeping and Documents: Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable records. Assist with the archiving of financial documents for audit and compliance with company policies.
Expense Reports: Assist employees in the preparation and submission of expense reports.
Verify expense reports for accuracy and compliance with compliance with company policies
Month-End Closing: Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts payable. Provide necessary reports and documentation for financial reporting.
Support: Provide general support to the finance department and assist with ad-hoc financial tasks. Provide leadership and guidance within the Accounts Payable Department to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing.

Key Skills:

3+ years’ experience in a Senior Accounts Payable or Accounts Payable Supervisor role.
People management experience required.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Previous experience in the motor industry is desired.
Experience working with European VAT regulations.
Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Skilled in people management with the ability to work effectively cross-functionally.
Excellent data entry and organizational skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to meet deadlines and work them in a team.