Finance Team Leader - Education / Membership - Dublin - Hybrid

Job Purpose

The Finance Team Leader is responsible for managing and supporting the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable finance team. This includes overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions, and maintaining adherence to internal controls. The role also plays a key part in the month-end close process, contributing to accurate financial reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare and review monthly routine journals such as accruals and prepayments to ensure accurate month end reporting.

· Maintain and manage financial systems to support reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

· Oversee the preparation of management accounts for subsidiary entities.

· Oversee the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions to ensure timely processing, reconciliation, and reporting.

· Review coding of AP and AR postings to ensure accuracy and consistency with accounting policies.

· Ensure month-end and year-end closing activities are completed accurately and on time.

· Support external audit processes through preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.

· Monitor financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

· Liaise with other departments to resolve queries and improve interdepartmental processes.

· Provide guidance and support to the finance team to ensure continued professional development and performance.

· Assist the Senior Finance Team with implementation and improvements of financial systems.

· Support senior management by preparing or assisting with ad hoc tasks such as financial reports and analysis as needed.

Key Skills & Experience

· Strong understanding of financial accounting and reporting principles

· Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SUN)

· High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Experience in team leadership and development

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard office tools

Qualifications

· Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant.

· +3years of experience in a similar finance environment

Please email Stephen.Maguire@charteredaccountants.ie in confidence to apply or with any queries you might have about the role.

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