Finance Assistant

Our client, a growing supply chain and logistics business based in North Co. Dublin, is looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone building their career in finance who wants broad exposure across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, reporting and general finance administration. You'll work closely with the Finance Manager and wider business to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and finance processes run smoothly.
Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment requests accurately and in a timely manner
• Process customer invoices and assist with ad hoc customer reports
• Prepare 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 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 a finance, accounts or administrative role
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with accounting software or an ERP system
• Part-qualified or studying towards an accounting qualification
• Experience working in a fast-paced or growing organisation
• Exposure to AI tools advantageous
• Enthusiasm for automation and process improvement