Accounts Payable Role

The Accounts Payable Executive supports the efficient operation of the accounts payable function during a period of process improvement and modernisation. The role focuses on accurate invoice processing, supplier account management, and supporting ongoing efforts to streamline, standardise, and automate routine accounts payable activities. The role is being offered on a specified purpose for a period of leave.

Key Duties and Responsibilities Accounts Payable Processing

• Code and process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation where applicable
• Ensure invoices are approved in line with internal authorisation procedures
• Identify, investigate, and resolve invoice discrepancies promptly

Supplier Management

• Set up new suppliers and maintain accurate supplier master records
• Respond to supplier queries regarding invoices, payment status, and account balances
• Liaise with internal colleagues to resolve supplier-related issues efficiently

Payments and Reconciliations

• Preparation and management of supplier payment run
• Ensure supplier payments are processed within agreed payment terms
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items

Process Improvement and Change Support

• Support ongoing initiatives to streamline and simplify accounts payable processes
• Assist with the transition of manual tasks to more automated, standardised approaches
• Contribute to testing, data validation, and user adoption activities linked to the implementation of a new finance system
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and consistency within day to day accounts payable activities

Records, Controls and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, complete, and well organised accounts payable records
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing relevant documentation

General Finance Support

• Provide ad hoc administrative support to the Finance team during busy periods
• Assist with other finance related duties as required

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an accounts payable or finance executive role
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a changing environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence working with digital tools and adapting to new ways of working
• Experience supporting process improvement or change within a finance function
• Able to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary (DOE)
• Excellent working conditions
• Training & development opportunities
• Pension

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland, without any restrictions.