Finance Assistant: Growth & Month-End

Weltec Engineering Ltd.; Waterford; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Weltec Engineering Ltd. in Waterford is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance team with day-to-day processing of financial transactions.

You will assist with purchase and sales ledgers, payroll administration, bank reconciliations, and month-end reporting, maintaining accurate records. The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Interest in developing accounting knowledge and progressing professionally.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly
• Reconcile supplier statements and liaise with suppliers to resolve account queries promptly
• Prepare supplier payment runs
• Raise customer invoices and credit notes
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding debts
• Allocate customer receipts and reconcile accounts
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Assist with month-end closing activities
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the preparation of management accounts
• Review and validate employee timesheets for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payroll
• Support external auditors by providing requested documentation and reconciliations
• Prepare ad hoc finance reports as required
• Support the continuous improvement of finance processes and controls

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Job description

Weltec Engineering Ltd. in Waterford is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance team with day-to-day processing of financial transactions.

You will assist with purchase and sales ledgers, payroll administration, bank reconciliations, and month-end reporting, maintaining accurate records. The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.