Accounts Payable Analyst

1127397
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Clare
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Financial And Management Accounting
  • Industry

    Manufacturing & Production
  • Pay

    €33,000-€37,000

Permanent opportunity | Benefits package | Newly created role in a growing company

Your new company

You will be joining a well-established and growing organisation with a strong focus on compliance, process improvement, and operational excellence. This is a brand newly created role, offering the opportunity to shape and enhance accounts payable processes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where continuous improvement is actively encouraged.

Your new role

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will take ownership of the full Accounts Payable function, managing the end-to-end invoice and payment process. You will play a key role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all AP activities while acting as a central point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing electronic invoice workflows, including coding, data entry, and payment preparation
  • Overseeing vendor management, maintaining accurate records, and handling all vendor queries
  • Ensuring compliance with company policies and SOX controls
  • Reviewing invoices to ensure correct tax treatment
  • Reconciling vendor statements and resolving outstanding issues
  • Managing 1099 reporting and related compliance requirements
  • Administering company PCard transactions, including reconciliation and approvals
  • Supporting month-end close and audit processes (internal and external)
  • Identifying and driving process improvements and automation opportunities
  • Training and supporting team members in AP processes as required

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role
  • Strong experience with SAP ERP systems
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines
  • A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work in a structured and compliance-driven environment
  • Exposure to audit, compliance, and process improvement initiatives
  • A collaborative team culture with opportunities to mentor and support others
  • Career development within a growing organisation

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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