Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist- County Kildare

We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established engineering company based in Kildare to find an Accounts Payable Specialist.

This organization operates in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. With a strong focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team and develop into the role. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.

Why Apply?

- Located in Newbridge, Co. Kildare - easily accessible from Laois, Wicklow and West County Dublin
- Onsite parking
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Fantastic opportunity to be a part of reputable, fast paced, and dynamic finance team
- VHI for individuals and spouse
- Strong Company Bonus
- 5% Pension Contribution
- 27 days Annual Leave

Salary: €35,000-€45,000

Work Pattern: 37.5hr week

Core Responsibilities:

- Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, ensuring consistent and professional communication.
- Processes, match, and post high volumes of supplier invoices across multiple entities and currencies.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers, project support teams, and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and account queries.
- Perform monthly supplier account reconciliations to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
- Contribute to month-end close processes, supporting key reporting and reconciliation activities.
- Manage various administrative tasks including supplier master data updates, document handling, and share mailbox management.
- Support internal and external audit requirements by providing timely and accurate documentation.
- Participate in finance transformation and process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency.
- Carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as directed by the Accounts Payable Manager.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Skilled professional with a strong knowledge of Accounts Payable 3+ years' experience minimum.
- Strong team player who can work independently.
- Proven track record of understanding accounting principles and VAT treatment on invoices (Reverse charge, Intrastat etc.).
- Attention to detail and compliance oriented due to high volume of invoices/transactions monthly.
- Dynamics 365, Proactis, and Tradex
- Proficient in MS Office
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to maintain organization and time management skills with an ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.