Finance & AP Specialist (12-Month FTC)

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins in Dublin city centre is seeking a Finance & AP Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will manage end-to-end accounts payable, supplier invoices, payment runs and reconciliations within a collaborative Finance team.

The role requires 4+ years in AP, strong Excel and SUN ERP experience, and the ability to work with international offices. A hybrid Dublin-based setup offers a supportive environment with room to develop technical accounting skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in a Finance or Accounts Payable role.
• Strong experience processing supplier invoices, payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
• Experience preparing General Ledger journals and supporting month-end activities.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and financial controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using finance or ERP systems (SUN experience would be advantageous).
• Proactive and organised approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across the business.
• Degree qualified in Finance, Business or a related discipline is desirable.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end accounts payable process management for invoices, staff expenses and related payments.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and resolve supplier queries efficiently.
• Prepare and post General Ledger journals.
• Complete supplier, bank and balance sheet reconciliations; investigate outstanding items.
• Support month-end activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements while ensuring financial controls.
• Liaise with colleagues across international offices to support day-to-day finance operations.
• Support finance process improvements and build strong cross-functional relationships.

Skills

Accounts payable

Supplier invoices

Payment runs

Supplier reconciliations

General Ledger journals

Month-end activities

Bank reconciliations

Financial controls

Excel

SUN ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business

Tools

SUN ERP

Job description

Finance & AP Specialist (12-Month FTC)

Dublin City Centre (Hybrid)

Our Client

Our client is a leading international financial services organisation with a strong presence in Dublin, currently seeking a Finance & Accounts Payable Specialist to join their Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, close-knit Finance team with exceptional staff retention. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day finance function while working alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive and friendly environment.

Why should you apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global financial services organisation that values collaboration, trust and continuous improvement. You'll work as part of a highly experienced Finance team where you'll gain exposure to international finance operations while developing your technical expertise.

This role would suit someone who enjoys building strong working relationships, takes pride in delivering accurate work and is comfortable managing their own workload with minimal supervision. If you're looking for a supportive team where people genuinely enjoy working together, this is an excellent opportunity.

Who should apply?

This opportunity is ideally suited to candidates with the following background:

• 4+ years' experience in a Finance or Accounts Payable role.
• Strong experience processing supplier invoices, payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
• Experience preparing General Ledger journals and supporting month‑end activities.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and financial controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using finance or ERP systems (SUN experience would be advantageous).
• A proactive and organised approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across the business.
• A positive attitude, strong attention to detail and willingness to support colleagues as part of a collaborative team.
• Degree qualified in Finance, Business or a related discipline is desirable.
• Previous financial services experience is advantageous but not essential.

Role and Reporting Lines

Working closely with the Senior Financial Reporting Accountant and wider Finance team, responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end‑to‑end accounts payable process, ensuring supplier invoices, staff expenses and related payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Preparing supplier payment runs and resolving supplier queries efficiently.
• Preparing and posting General Ledger journals.
• Completing supplier, bank and balance sheet reconciliations while investigating and resolving outstanding items.
• Supporting month‑end activities and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assisting with internal and external audit requirements while ensuring compliance with financial controls.
• Liaising with colleagues across international offices, to support day‑to‑day finance operations.
• Supporting finance process improvements.
• Building strong relationships with colleagues across the Finance function and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.