Maternity Cover 12 Month Contract with a View to Extend to Permanent Position We may have been at the top of our game for 40 years but that doesn’t mean we stop striving to be better… We are a dynamic Irish SME that distributes our fragrance products to over 4,000 retail store customers around the world. Based in our converted farmhouse in Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow we export 90% of our sales to North America, the UK, Europe and Australia. We have exciting plans to grow our existing markets and enter new ones, but we need to develop and build our Finance operation and capacity to make this happen. Can you help us to further build on our success? Are you a Part-Qualified Accountant working towards a full accreditation (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ACA)? If so, this is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next challenge in their career, further develop their skills and experience and make a real contribution as part of a small friendly team. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Role Info: Accounts Assistant - Maternity Cover 12 Month Contract with a View to Extend to Permanent Position Kilmacanogue, Co Wicklow / Hybrid Working €35,000 - €45,000 Depending on Experience Plus Benefits Package Including a Company Pension Scheme, Gym Membership and More… Culture: Informal, Collaborative, and Supportive Company: Perfume and Personal Care SME Inspired by the Nature, Beauty and Magic of Ireland Your Skills: Accounts, Debt Collection, Customer Service, Financial and Accounting Systems, Excellent Communication Skills Closes for applications 9th August 2024 Previous exp in the UK/ Ireland is essential. About Us: Our best-selling perfume brand ‘Inis the Energy of the Sea’ has achieved huge success in markets all around the world, from Europe to the US, Canada and most recently Australia. Consumers everywhere love Inis, the clean, fresh fragrance which makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are. We believe in making people happy, including our customers and our employees, and doing our bit to make the world better. We’re the core funder for the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group and we’re Plastic Neutral Certified, retrieving from the world environment as much plastic as we use each year. We want whoever we hire to be passionate about this area, as it’s a big part of our brand story. The Opportunity: We are looking for a Finance Assistant / Part Qualified Accountant to join our small (currently 6 members) but growing Finance team to cover an initial Maternity Leave period. This role presents an opportunity to join a vibrant and growing company in the consumer goods industry. You will gain experience of working in a multi-entity Group accounting structure operating across international markets. Your Responsibilities: + Daily / weekly reconciliations of group bank accounts and group merchant accounts + Sales invoicing and credit note processing for all markets + Managing the day-to-day Debt collection process + Coordinating debt collecting activities with other team members + Handling debtor related credit insurance claims as required + Reviewing & posting company credit cards transactions + Analysing and reconciling Sales representatives commission payments + Credit card processing (receipts) as required + Handling financial related customer service queries + Assisting with tax & cross border duties compliance + Assisting with annual financial reporting + Assisting with monthly management accounting process + Assisting with market/customer/product margin analysis and other reporting as required + Analysing freight and duty charges across all markets + Assisting with financial related projects as required Key Requirements: + Part-Qualified Accountant working towards full accreditation with recognised accountancy body (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ACA) + Previous accounting experience working in Ireland and UK is essential + Experience working within international markets is desirable + Ability to self-manage and work to deadlines + Ability to work well in a team and following own initiative + Open minded, collaborative attitude towards change and process improvement + Customer service mindset for dealing with internal and external stakeholders + Strong verbal and written communications skills + Excellent attention to detail + Good working knowledge of Financial & Accounting systems + Knowledge of SAP Business One desirable but not essential + Proficient user of Excel Benefits: + Hybrid working policy + Company pension scheme with company contribution + Contribution to Gym membership + Wellness and Social Committee, frequent company events + Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) + Learning and Development and Professional Qualifications support + Free car parking Sounds like a good fit? 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