Looking to build your finance career in the public sector? Join a progressive Dublin-based organisation as an Accounts Payable Assistant (€31,544, 12-month contract). Youll support invoice processing, payment runs, supplier reconciliations and gain valuable Purchase to Pay (P2P) experience in a collaborative Finance Department. Our client, a progressive public sector organisation based in Dublin, is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join its Accounts Payable Team on a 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable public-sector finance experience within a collaborative and supportive Finance Department. The role will involve invoice processing, supplier payments, reconciliations, and exposure to Purchase to Pay (P2P) systems. For more information, contact Jane Ryan at GHL Recruitment. Location: Dublin (Hybrid) Salary: €31,544 per annum Contract: 12-month fixed-term Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Process supplier and contractor invoices accurately and in line with public-sector financial procedures Obtain approvals and prepare payment runs for suppliers, contractors, and grants Perform vendor and supplier reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and queries Support the month-end close process, including accruals and reporting Maintain the vendor master file, ensuring compliance with internal controls Assist the Accounts Payable Lead and work closely with the wider Finance Team Prepare tax returns and process travel and expense claims in line with policy Provide administrative and audit support within the Purchase to Pay (P2P) function Essential Requirements Accounts Payable / Finance Minimum of 2 years experience in an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger or Finance Administration role Experience in invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier reconciliation Strong knowledge of Excel and accounting / ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar) Good understanding of financial controls, VAT, and month-end processes Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills Strong communication and interpersonal ability with both suppliers and colleagues Qualification in Accounting Technician / Business / Finance (NFQ Level 6+) OR Equivalent combination of accounts experience and relevant training Desirable Requirements Previous public-sector or shared-services experience Experience with P2P automation tools or document management systems Exposure to audit preparation and financial reporting Continuous improvement mindset with interest in process efficiency Apply Send your CV to Jane Ryan via the link below. Hybrid. 12-month contract. Salary:€31,544. Skills:Accounts Payable; Accounts Payable Assistant; Invoice Processing; Payment Runs; Supplier Reconciliation; Vendor Statements; Purchase to Pay; P2P; ERP; SAP; Oracle; Sage; Month-End; Public Sector; Finance Department; Accounting Technician; Dublin; Hybrid; 12-Month Contract; Administration; Finance Support; Audit Preparation; Excel; Tax Returns; Expense Claims. GHL Recruitment Connecting Talent with Opportunity Skills: Accounts Payable Benefits: Hybrid