Accounts Payable Associate
Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Hybrid Working in a well regarded organization
An established Shared Services Centre (SSC), responsible for delivering efficient and streamlined back-office administrative support across multiple business units, is seeking to appoint an Accounts Payable Associate on a permanent basis.
Role Purpose
The Accounts Payable Associate will deliver high-quality support within the Group Shared Services Centre by ensuring efficient, accurate, and timely transaction processing, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable. The successful candidate will be adaptable, flexible in their approach, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
The role reports directly to the Group Accountant.
Key Responsibilities
Process invoices, credit notes, and account statements accurately and within agreed timelines
Ensure compliance with VAT, RCT, PSWT, ERR, and other regulatory requirements
Prepare and process supplier payments on a regular basis
Coordinate and support month-end close activities, including reconciliations
Adhere to Accounts Payable month-end procedures
Perform supplier reconciliations in line with established processes
Proactively resolve queries, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate escalation when necessary
Provide assistance and cross-cover for other SSC team members as required
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders
Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and system enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Engage with internal and external auditors as required
Support ad-hoc analysis and project work
Contribute to risk management processes
Undertake additional duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience in a high-volume accounts environment
Demonstrated experience within an Accounts Payable function
Relevant experience in a similar role (candidates qualified by experience will be considered)
Experience using ERP systems (Oracle and/or Yardi experience desirable)
Excellent computer literacy
Experience meeting deadlines, coordinating activities, and escalating risks or issues when appropriate
Ability to work to strict deadlines with a flexible, hands-on approach
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across business units
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to use initiative
What's on Offer
Permanent contract
Full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Salary up to €36,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working policy in place
Educational support
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme after 12 months' continuous service
Life Assurance / Death-in-Service benefit after 12 months' service
Company sickness scheme
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) from day one
Free on-site parking
Discounted catering facilities and retail outlets