Our client a pharmaceutical consultancy organisation are currently looking to recruit an Accounting Technician/Bookkeeper to join their team initially on a contract basis. Definition and Job Purpose Assist the Financial Controller with the oversight of all financial aspects of company strategy and flow of financial information to the CEO/ Board. Accounts Receivables are a key part of the role - strong billing experience and credit control. Duties & Responsibilities: To ensure that all financial transactions related to the companys accounts receivable are managed/controlled, such as maintaining customer accounts, generating invoices, posting receipts, and credit control. Working closely with the project manager to ensure that project budgets/purchase orders are utilised. Dealing with disputed invoices in a timely manner. Ensuring that financial transactions relating to accounts payable are accurately recorded in line with Financial Policies and Procedures. Responsible for preparing the monthly/annual accounts to trial balance and preparing balance sheet reconciliation. Assisting with streamlining of existing financial processes and procedures to achieve operational efficiency. Preparation of VAT Returns / RTD Forms / 46G Forms /VIES Returns Other Ad hoc duties Person Specification: Qualifications / Experience Book keeper qualification and / or minimum IATI qualified / degree in finance Proven financial/accounting experience in industry (minimum 7 years experience) Strong computer and analytical skills and proficiency in using Microsoft and Sage accounting. Payroll experience desirable. Skills Communication effective communicator in both verbal and written communications. Capability to communicate issues and propose appropriate solutions to decision makers. Structured, analytical, systematic, and independent way of working. Ability to prioritise parallel tasks, identify potential roadblocks and initiate appropriate counter measures. Ability to manage internal and external (client) relationships on operational /day to day working level. Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines. Process orientated. If you are interested in the above please contact Yvonne Rafter Ph: or e-mail: Skills: 'accounting technician' 'bookkeeper' 'assistant accountant'