Account's Assistant (Fixed Term Contract)- Davies, 150 Harmonstown Rd Dublin 5 D05 K197 County Dublin
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Davies Group is one of Ireland’s largest specialist suppliers with four leading divisions: plumbing and heating, drainage and civils, plumbing distributors, and luxury bathroom showrooms. With two locations in Raheny and Sallynoggin, Davies Group is a trading division of Chadwicks Group and a part of Grafton Group Plc.
Principle Objective
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role is for a part qualified accountant/accounting technician. The role will suit an ambitious, driven individual looking to develop and progress their career while obtaining wide-ranging experience across the finance function.
Knowledge & Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced, high-volume accounts role
- Part Qualified studying (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) or accounting technician
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills with the ability to manipulate data & reports
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Ability to work to tight operating deadlines
- Ambitious, pro-active with a strong teamwork ethic
Key Responsibilities
- Support Financial Controller with month end process including preparation of bank reconciliations, management accounts, sales reports and auxiliary reports
- Assist with the analysis of monthly P&L activity and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
- Assist with sales and purchase rebate reconciliations
- Assist with the HR function within Davies
- Assist with both internal audit engagements and the annual external audit process and statutory accounts preparation
- Assist accounts payable, stock control and credit control managers
- Assist with bad debt and debtor day analysis
- Participate in various process improvement initiatives and other ad-hoc projects as defined by the business
- Review and assist with cash office reconciliations
Essential Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain open collaborative relationships
- Ability to generate trust, advocate and negotiate, influence others, be receptive to the viewpoints and concerns of others
- Efficient administration processes
- Exemplary writing & communication skills
- Adaptable & flexible, able to cope with an evolving role
- Innovative and forward thinking
- Positive and enthusiastic approach
- Confidentiality is essential
- Tact and diplomacy
Contract Type
- 8 months maternity cover
- Full time
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 08.30 - 17.00
Key Relationships
- Financial Controller
- Senior Management Team
- Finance Team
Our Benefits Include
- Competitive Basic Salary
- Private Health Care
- Sick Pay Scheme
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Pension Scheme
- Colleague Saving Scheme
- Profit Share Scheme
- Colleague Discount
- Educational Assistance
- Wellness initiatives
