AP/ AR Specialist

Job Overview.

Experience: 3-5 YearsSector: General Accounting

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their Dublin team. This position plays a critical role in managing the organisation’s financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, exceptional organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and integrity.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, matching them with purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors via check, wire transfer, or electronic payment systems.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable records, including filing and archiving of documents.

Accounts Receivable:

• Generate and send customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue accounts to ensure timely collection.
• Apply customer payments to outstanding invoices and reconcile customer accounts.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reports and aging analysis for management review.

General Responsibilities:

• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with general ledger accounts.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of accruals and adjusting journal entries.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support for audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as accounting standards and regulations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the implementation of best practices in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable roles, preferably in a multinational corporation or related industry in Ireland
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, including familiarity with GAAP.
• Proficiency in SAP essential as well as MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach to processes and procedures.

 Interested candidates should email [email protected] for more information

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