Overview
Accounts Assistant & Administrator
A long-established and forward-thinking agri-business group with its headquarters based in Waterford is seeking an Accounts Assistant & Administrator to join their team in Waterford. They are looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual for this varied role that gives you the opportunity to work across both administration and finance, supporting a business that plays a vital role in Ireland’s agricultural sector.
Responsibilities
- Managing the accounts payable process for two of our businesses — from handling purchase orders and invoices to preparing payments and remittances.
- Carrying out regular bank reconciliations to keep everything accurate and up to date.
- Supporting the finance team with month-end and year-end procedures.
- Coordinating with suppliers and service providers to make sure our facilities are maintained to the right standard.
- Giving visitors a warm welcome, answering calls, and helping with general enquiries.
- Jumping in to help the wider team with day-to-day administration whenever needed.
Ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in office administration and accounts support (experience in a busy office environment is a plus).
- A good understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems (SAP or similar would be a bonus).
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills — you’ll be working with colleagues, suppliers, and visitors daily.
- A keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy in your work.