Accounts Assistant – Purchase Ledger, Cashbook and Reconciliations

Location: County Mayo
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Fully on-site
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm

Arcon Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Accounts Assistant to join the finance team of a successful motor dealership in County Mayo.

This is a varied, hands-on position covering purchase ledger, cashbook administration, creditor accounts and reconciliations. It would suit an organised accounts professional who enjoys accuracy, problem-solving and working in a busy commercial environment.

The successful candidate will support the financial operations of a diverse business incorporating vehicle sales, servicing and parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain the company cashbook.
• Complete bank and cash reconciliations.
• Reconcile cash purchases and cash sales.
• Manage the purchase ledger for parts, overheads and general business expenses.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Reconcile supplier and creditor statements.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and creditor discrepancies.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Complete nominal-ledger reconciliations.
• Manage credit-card reconciliations and controls.
• Assist with bonus and commission calculations.
• Support month-end accounting procedures.
• Assist with preparing management accounts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments.
• Provide support across the wider accounts team as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in an accounts, bookkeeping or finance position.
• Practical experience with purchase-ledger processing and reconciliations.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to accurately manage a busy and varied workload.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Confidence in investigating and resolving account discrepancies.
• Good communication skills when dealing with suppliers and colleagues.
• A positive, proactive and dependable approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a finance team.

Previous accounts experience within the motor industry would be an advantage but is not essential. Applications are also welcomed from candidates who have worked in other busy accounts and commercial environments.

Working Hours and Location

This is a full-time, fully on-site position based in County Mayo.

The normal working hours are:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm

This position is not available on a remote or hybrid basis.

What Is Offered

• A permanent, full-time position.
• A varied accounts role with real responsibility.
• The opportunity to join an established and successful business.
• A professional and supportive working environment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities to expand your accounting knowledge and responsibilities.

Apply Today

To apply, contact Sylvester Jennings at Arcon Recruitment.

Email: info@arconrecruitment.com
Mobile: 087 672 3533

Explore similar opportunities on our Finance and Accounting Jobs page or visit the Arcon Recruitment website.

Arcon Recruitment is the longest-established recruitment agency in Mayo.