Accounts Assistant

Description:

Our client, a reputable Irish company with a strong industry presence in Storage & Logistics are seeking an Accounts Assistant. This individual will play a key role in the Finance team, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling financial accounts, and supporting the preparation of management accounts and budgets. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate looking to further develop their career in accounting and financial management.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payables - invoice approval and processing of supplier invoices, reconciliation of creditor control accounts to supplier statements
• Monitor expenditure through the accounts, ensuring there is a robust PO approval process across all departments, check for cost and accuracy
• Review of accounts, process prepayments and accruals
• Assist with preparation of management accounts
• Assist in preparation of the annual budget
• Maintain fixed asset register for additions/disposals and monthly depreciation
• Maintain lease schedules for additions/disposals and monthly lease charge
• Reconcile the relevant P&L and Balance Sheet accounts
• Work with IT to troubleshoot any issues with the Sage system
• Oversee Accounts Receivables function
• Assist with year-end audit
• Other finance duties as required

What the Ideal Candidate needs:

• Part-qualified Accountant or AITI qualification preferable
• Book-keeping and accounting experience necessary
• Experience with Sage or other Accounting System
• Experience working with MS Office and strong IT skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and part of a team