Accounts Payable Specialist

A well-established organisation in County Kildare is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its finance team on a full-time basis. This role is suited to a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across departments. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing supplier payments, maintaining financial accuracy and supporting continuous improvement within the finance function. Strong ERP systems experience and excellent organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are approved, coded, posted and paid accurately and efficiently
Review and reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner
Prepare and process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payment runs
Monitor aged payables and proactively address outstanding balances
Support supplier onboarding, master data maintenance and due diligence procedures
Assist with month-end, bi-monthly and year-end reporting requirements, including VAT and other statutory returns
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, accounting policies and regulatory obligations
Identify process improvements and help strengthen financial and operational controls
Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to support smooth financial operations
Assist with internal and external audits, compliance reviews and reporting requirements

Desired Attributes

Relevant qualification in finance, accounting or business
Experience working with ERP systems
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and procure-to-pay processes
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Proactive, team-oriented approach with strong problem-solving ability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Awareness of cybersecurity and fraud prevention procedures within finance functions

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