About the Role
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly organised, commercially focused, and detail-oriented Bookkeeper & Logistics Procurement Manager to join our team.
This is a key position within the business, combining responsibility for the day-to-day financial administration of the company with the management of supplier pricing and procurement activities. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing supplier relationships, pricing new and existing business opportunities, and identifying cost-saving initiatives that improve company profitability.
The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping experience together with a commercial mindset and the ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers to achieve the best pricing and service levels.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Financial Administration;
- Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping systems.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
- Prepare VAT returns and assist with financial reporting.
- Manage payroll records and employee expense claims.
- Support accountants during month-end and year-end processes.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
Logistics Procurement Management:
- Price new business opportunities and review pricing for existing customers.
- Negotiate rates, contracts, and service agreements to maximise value and profitability.
- Identify and source new suppliers capable of delivering improved pricing, service levels, or operational efficiencies.
- Analyse supplier costs and identify opportunities to increase company profit margins.
- Work closely with management to develop procurement strategies that support business growth.
- Produce reports on supplier performance, cost savings, and procurement activity.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Proven experience in bookkeeping, accounts administration, or a similar finance role.
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
Desirable
- Experience within the logistics, transport, freight, warehousing, or distribution sectors.
- Accounting Technician qualification or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems.
- Experience analysing costs and implementing profit improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and profitability of the business.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Career development opportunities.
- Long-term position with a growing company.
Pay: From €45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you located less than 100kms from Roscrea?
- Are you a resident of Republic of Ireland?
- Are you able to commute to work in Roscrea
Experience:
- Bookkeeping: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
- English (First Language) (required)
Location:
- Roscrea, County Tipperary (required)
Work Location: In person
