Accounts Payable Finance Officer - SPC - Dublin

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Position: Accounts Payable Finance Officer
Location: Ireland / Dublin
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO
Business Area: SaT
Contract Type: SPC – Contract Position 

Your key responsibilities

The Accounts Payable Finance Officer will play a key role in ensuring the efficient, accurate and compliant operation of the organisation's accounts payable function. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing and managing supplier transactions, maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement, taxation and VAT requirements, and supporting the delivery of a high-quality finance service.

The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of accounts payable processes within a public sector environment. The postholder will contribute to the maintenance of robust financial governance and support continuous improvement across finance operations.

Essential Criteria

Candidates must demonstrate:

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum NFQ Level 5 qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 3 years' experience working in an Accounts Payable, Finance Officer or similar finance role.
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices and supplier payments.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central or integrated financial management systems.
• Experience working with financial accounting systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
  
  

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes and controls.
• Working knowledge of Irish VAT legislation and taxation requirements relevant to accounts payable.
• Knowledge of public sector financial procedures, governance requirements and procurement controls.
• Understanding of audit requirements and financial compliance obligations.
  
  

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and process enhancement.

Desirable Criteria

The ideal candidate may also have:

• A recognised accounting technician qualification or be studying towards a professional accounting qualification.
• Experience working within the public sector or a regulated environment.
• Experience supporting VAT returns and tax compliance activities.
• Knowledge of public procurement processes.
• Experience supporting internal or external audits.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

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1. We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

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