Accounts Administrator Location: Arklow, County Wicklow Working Arrangement: Full-time, On-site Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing
We are looking for an Accounts Administrator to join the Finance team within a growing engineering and manufacturing business. The role will cover day-to-day finance administration, reconciliations and general accounts support, and would suit someone who is confident working independently and managing a varied workload.
Key Responsibilities
Complete bank, supplier, customer and credit card reconciliations.
Investigate and resolve account discrepancies and variances.
Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
Assist with month-end reporting and general financial administration.
Process payments, including multi-currency transactions.
Support Revenue compliance, including VAT and related submissions.
Liaise with external accountants and advisers as required.
Support the Finance Manager with day-to-day finance activities.
Ensure financial processes are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
Contribute to process improvements as the business continues to grow.
About You
2-3 years' experience in an Accounts Administrator, Accounts Assistant or similar role.
Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail.
Good knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and day-to-day accounting processes.
Experience with bank reconciliations and resolving account discrepancies.
Good understanding of Revenue and VAT processes is an advantage.
Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage your own workload.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
Desirable Experience
Experience working in an engineering, construction, manufacturing or project-based environment.
Experience handling multi-currency transactions.
Experience working with external accountants or auditors.
