Accounts Payable Specialist
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team at Red Chair Recruitment.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, reporting directly to the Financial Controller.
* Accounts Payable Oversight: Manage high-volume accounts payable operations for Irish/EU entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company policies.
* Payment Processing: Oversee the preparation of payment proposals for weekly payment runs, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule.
* Vendor Management: Act as the primary escalation point for vendor queries, managing reconciliations and vendor account updates to maintain smooth relationships.
* Process Optimization: Maintain and improve process documentation to ensure transparency and operational efficiency in accounts payable workflows.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with purchasing, commercial, and other internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate general ledger postings.
* SAP Expertise: Leverage SAP to process invoices, credit notes, and expenses efficiently while training and guiding the team on system best practices.
* Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with SAP and strong Excel skills for data management, reporting, and analysis.
* AP Expertise: Deep knowledge of payments, T&E, vendor management, and AP query resolution processes.
* Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with vendors, stakeholders, and team members.
* Problem Solving: A proactive approach to identifying and resolving process inefficiencies or issues.
* Education: A third-level qualification or equivalent is required.
* Industry Experience: Background in construction, engineering, or a similar industry is advantageous.
* Competitive salary and benefits package: Including 25 days annual leave, 8% pension contribution, annual bonus/13th cheque, educational assistance programs, hybrid working model (2 days WFH) after initial training period.
* A supportive and collaborative work environment: Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
* Skills: Accounts Payable, SAP, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, Invoice Processing, Payment Processing