AR/AP Specialist - Financial Controls & Process Improvements

MEDITE SMARTPLY; Waterford; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MEDITE SMARTPLY in Waterford, Ireland, is seeking an experienced finance assistant to manage day-to-day transactions across accounts payable and receivable, maintain strong controls, and provide administrative support to business operations.

You will handle AR receipts, cashbook duties, AP invoices, bank reconciliations, and collaborate on system improvements and governance, with a focus on accuracy, deadlines, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in a high-volume, target driven manufacturing organization.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, schedule and prioritise work to ensure completion on time.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Track record of deadline management.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable and cashbook processes, ensuring accurate and prompt processing; provide support to AR team.
• Own the transport related accounts payable process and reconcile creditor statements; support AP team as needed.
• Uphold internal controls, financial policies and statutory requirements; maintain precise records for audit.
• Collaborate on system upgrades, process improvements and ad hoc finance projects across the MS Group.
• Work cross-functionally to align processes and support company objectives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Planning & prioritization

Communication

Relationship building

Deadline management

Manufacturing experience

Job description

MEDITE SMARTPLY in Waterford, Ireland, is seeking an experienced finance assistant to manage day-to-day transactions across accounts payable and receivable, maintain strong controls, and provide administrative support to business operations.

You will handle AR receipts, cashbook duties, AP invoices, bank reconciliations, and collaborate on system improvements and governance, with a focus on accuracy, deadlines, and cross-functional teamwork.