Accounts Payable Analyst

Role Overview

Our client, a prominent multinational organisation based in Dublin 4, is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to become a vital member of their finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role involves managing key Accounts Payable functions in a busy, high-volume setting, collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle the processing and verification of supplier invoices, credit notes, and employee expense claims using SAP.
• Conduct supplier account reconciliations, investigating and resolving any outstanding discrepancies.
• Prepare payment proposals for suppliers and assist with weekly payment cycles.
• Address and resolve supplier inquiries and issues relating to payments and invoices promptly.
• Manage monthly employee expense claim reviews and processing.
• Maintain and update supplier master data, including vendor records and banking details.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Commercial, and other internal departments to resolve discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
• Ensure accurate coding and posting of invoices and Accounts Payable transactions to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable operations by providing required information and reconciliations.
• Contribute to process enhancement initiatives, participate in finance projects, and undertake ad-hoc finance tasks as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Possess approximately 2 to 3 years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably within a multinational or high-volume financial environment.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of SAP software.
• Hold a third-level qualification or possess equivalent relevant experience.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of the entire Accounts Payable cycle.
• Experience in conducting supplier reconciliations, invoice processing, and managing payment runs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in Excel and general finance systems.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a broader finance team.

Benefits & Perks

• 25 days of annual leave entitlement.
• Employer pension contribution of 8%.
• Annual performance-related bonuses.
• Additional bonus schemes.
• Support for funded studies and further education.
• Opportunity for hybrid working arrangements available after six months of service.