Job description

Job Title:                   Accounts Assistant
Reporting To:              Group Head of Finance
Location:                   Ashford, Co. Wicklow
Job Purpose:               The Accounts Assistant will support the finance function by ensuring the timely and accurate execution of all finance-related tasks.

Non-Negotiable Core Priorities

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1	Hands-on finance experience in manufacturing or distribution – Must understand stock movements, batch numbers, SKUS, landed costs
2.	Proven high-volume transactional accuracy Must demonstrate competence in AR/AP/general ledger reconciliation at pace and under pressure
3.	Multi-currency processing (EUR/GBP/USD) Demonstrate knowledge of currency conversions, reconciliations, and cross-border invoicing
4.	System proficiency: Sage 200 (or similar) and Excel Must show familiarity with ERP environments and be confident in their use of Excel for reports, reconciliations etc.
5.	Ability to prioritise and manage shifting demands Must demonstrate capability to balance daily reactive tasks with fixed monthly/weekly/quarterly tasks Must be able to stay organized and ensure core deadlines (eg. month-end, VAT) are not missed even when priorities change.
6.

Main Duties and Responsibilities including

Dispatch Stock from the system using batch numbers
Process all Customer invoices
Issue all monthly customer statements
Credit control/Maintaining debtor ledgers
Verify delivery costs to customers
Monthly Sales Report
Debtor Insurance in line with customer limits
Company Credit Card Maintenance
Analyse Data and create accurate reports as required

Essentials

Minimum 5 years’ finance admin experience (AP/AR/general ledger) within a manufacturing/distribution company.
Must understand stock flows, batch/lot numbers, logistics and landed cost verification.
Must be familiar with supply chain management
Multi-currency exposure (EUR/GBP/USD at minimum)
Strong Excel, Sage 200 (or similar ERP)
Proven track record managing high-volume transactions accurately under pressure.
Demonstrated ownership – proactively chasing payments, flagging errors or resolving discrepancies.
Excellent communication skills across departments (Sales, Purchasing, Logistics)
Knowledge of Vies, Intrastat and Triangulation

Desirable

Accounting Technician qualification or equivalent

Person Specification:

Mature, steady, and accountable takes ownership without drama.
Resilient, not easily flustered; stays factual and calm.
Organised, methodical, with strong attention to detail even at pace.
Collaborative, supportive team player with good humour and balance.
Works well in a busy but supportive environment.

Employment Terms:

Full time permanent position
Hybrid working following probation period – 2 days per week WFH
25 Days Annual Leave
Personal Health Insurance following probation
Pension scheme with up to 5% matching contributions following probation
Employee Assistance Programme
Immediate start
Onsite parking