GL Accountant - North Cork (25 mins from Cork city)
Finance Operations Overview – Key Responsibilities
1. Accounts Payable
2. Ensure timely processing and payment of supplier invoices.
3. Perform creditor reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues.
4. Recognise liabilities in accordance with accounting cut-off principles.
5. Communicate payment delays to internal stakeholders to support group cash flow planning.
Supply Chain Finance
1. Track inventory and supplier liabilities against purchasing milestones.
2. Manage and record supplier returns and credit notes.
3. Ensure accurate supply chain provisions and cost allocations.
4. Partner with logistics to improve process efficiency and transaction accuracy.
5. Oversee working capital investment in line with group strategy.
Banking
1. Conduct routine bank reconciliations (daily, weekly, monthly).
2. Ensure all accounts are correctly valued in group reporting currency.
Treasury
1. Monitor and manage foreign exchange exposure.
2. Align cash positions with currency-based liabilities.
3. Link forex to inventory and sales to ensure accurate asset valuation.
Sales Invoicing & Accounts Receivable
1. Ensure income is properly recorded by reconciling sales orders and deliveries.
2. Accurately process customer returns and credit notes.
3. Perform debtor reconciliations and manage payment allocations.
General Ledger
1. Process stock adjustments with appropriate cost calculations.
2. Carry out regular stock reconciliations (physical to system).
3. Post income and general journal entries accurately.
4. Monitor inventory ageing and manage provisions.
5. Support shared services and maintain reporting accuracy.
Financial Reporting
1. Prepare monthly analytical reviews for individual entities.
2. Consolidate group-wide financial results for reporting.
Annual Audits
1. Compile audit documentation and respond to auditor requests.
2. Support additional audit-related reporting as needed.
General (Ad Hoc & Regulatory)
1. Prepare VAT reconciliations and submit returns.
2. Monitor and meet all regulatory deadlines.
3. Maintain task ownership, ensure timely execution, and follow group best practices.
4. Support accurate asset reporting and protection.
5. Actively participate in month-end and year-end closing processes.
Experience & Skills
* Qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent accounting designation recognised in Ireland.
* Relevant tertiary qualification required.
* Experience in logistics accounting and payroll processing/review is advantageous.
* Strong understanding of core accounting principles and functions.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, SharePoint, Word, Outlook).
* Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate and provide support.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong listening abilities.
* Self-aware, proactive in personal development, and open to continuous learning.
* Values constructive feedback and contributes positively to team dynamics.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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