Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant 

Our client, a successful IT Network Support company based in Plassey, Limerick is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant for a fixed-term contract role.

The ideal candidate would be someone with experience in a busy accounts role that deals with all aspects of accounts payable, receivable and credit control. The candidate will also work alongside the purchasing and sales department, reporting to the General Manager and the external company Accountant.

The Role:

 You will be working in an environment geared towards performance with a forward-thinking company that values the contribution of every individual. This role will offer you an exciting, fast-paced working environment, a culture of teamwork and the opportunity to play a vital role in our growth.

As Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the accounts department. Training will be provided on all internal company systems.

Responsibilities to include:

·      Diary management via the CRM system and recording your time sheet

·      Variety of Account Payable / Account Receivable functions

·      Maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers, written and verbal

·      Updating and maintaining customer and supplier records via company systems

·      Maintaining all electronic and manual filing for the accounts department

·      Maintaining all agreements and platforms linked to billing process

·      Weekly reviewing of purchases against sales for billing gaps in process

·      Monthly preparation work prior to billing – application and licence checks

·      Maintaining up-to-date weekly and monthly billing; billing is completed from multiple platforms within the business and integrated back into Sage 50 for end of month process, prior training will be given in all aspects of billing requirements

·      Monthly preparation and completion of bank SEPA file for our direct debit process

·      Reconciling customer accounts and minimisation of outstanding amounts 

·      Preparing aging lists and take pro-active actions on outstanding accounts

·      Preparing and processing of electronic transfers and payments.

·      Banking reconciliation

·      Administration of credit card statements and petty cash receipts, monthly

·      Administration of expense sheets, monthly

·      Assisting with month end reporting

  Skills & Experience that we need:

·      Business Degree with Accounting, Accounting Technician qualification or significant years of accounting experience

·      Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an accounts department

·      Proficient in Sage 50 or equivalent package. Xero accounts package an advantage

·      Have an excellent ability to work well with all departments and the ability to work independently within the finance role and use own initiative

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

·      Excellent Analytical Skills

 The Offer:

 This is a fixed-term maternity cover 12-month contract with salary expected to be in the         €35K - €38K plus range, depending on the candidate’s experience, with some scope for higher for an exceptional candidate, with benefits package.

This role is based onsite, in Plassey, Limerick, and hours of work are Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, or want to know more about this role please contact,

Orlaigh FitzGerald-Quinn in Cpl Limerick on 085 801 7135 or email your CV to orlaigh.quinn@cpl.ie.

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