Accounts Assistant

Role overview

This part-time Accounts Assistant opportunity is based in Limerick City Centre and requires on-site attendance for five mornings each week. The position reports to the Head of Finance and sits within a collaborative finance team. The employer is seeking someone with solid accounts experience who can manage routine finance administration and core accounting tasks with accuracy and care.

The successful person will contribute across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, tax and compliance work, reporting support, payroll and pension reconciliations, and general finance administration. The role also involves supporting audits, funding-related documentation, and broader finance duties as needed.

Accounts payable and supplier management

• Enter supplier invoices into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Cross-check purchase orders against invoices and look into any mismatches.
• Confirm that procurement approvals follow the organisation’s procedures.
• Apply the correct VAT treatment to invoices.
• Create and maintain supplier records.

Accounts receivable and customer support

• Create and update customer account details.
• Prepare and send customer invoices in line with existing agreements.
• Chase overdue customer payments when needed.

Banking and reconciliations

• Help prepare supplier payment runs.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and resolve any differences.
• Keep financial records complete and properly supported.

Tax, compliance and controls

• Apply PSWT and RCT where relevant.
• Assist with Revenue reporting and related compliance obligations.
• Work in line with internal financial controls and procedures.

Finance administration

• Support month-end closing activities.
• Assist with payroll and pension reconciliation work.
• Prepare files and paperwork for internal and external audits.
• Provide finance assistance to other departments and support funding documentation requirements.
• Take on other finance and administrative tasks as required.

Candidate profile

This role suits an organised and discreet finance professional who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team. The employer is looking for someone with prior accounts experience, good software skills, and a professional manner.

Important note

The role is a part-time, on-site position in Limerick City Centre and is structured around five mornings per week.