Temporary Cash Applications Analyst

Morgan McKinley; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley has an immediate opening for a Cash Applications Specialist in Cork, Ireland. You will process cash applications, maintain customer master data, and ensure accurate application of receipts across multiple markets.

In this 12-month contract, you will collaborate with credit, finance, and customer service teams, monitor KPIs, and support SOX controls and audits. Degree required with 2–4 years in AR/O2C preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance or related discipline.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable or Order to Cash in a shared services environment.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming cash applications and maintain customer master data.
• Manage customer master data governance including creation/amendment requests.
• Collaborate with credit, finance and customer service to address queries and ensure service levels.
• Track KPIs and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure SOX compliance and adherence to internal policies.
• Assist with ad hoc financial requests and audits.

Skills

AR/O2C experience

Analytical skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Role: Cash Applications

Contract: 12 Month Temporary

Location: Cork, Ireland

Our Client is seeking an experienced Cash Applications Specialist to join their Finance team based in Cork on a 12-month contract. Due to the immediate requirement of this contract position, candidates with little to no notice period are strongly preferred. Operating from a shared services environment, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining customer master records and ensuring the precise application of incoming cash across various international markets.

Responsibilities:

• Process incoming cash applications, record manual transaction adjustments, and maintain accurate customer master data in a timely manner.

• Serve as a key reference point for master data governance workflows, managing customer creation and amendment requests in line with global operational standards.

• Facilitate smooth financial operations across multiple international legal entities within the region.

• Collaborate closely with credit, finance, and customer service departments to address queries and maintain high service standards.

• Track performance against established KPIs while actively identifying opportunities for process enhancement and operational efficiency.

• Ensure full adherence to SOX control frameworks, internal policies, and governance agreements.

• Prepare and present accurate documentation to assist with both internal and external audit requirements.

• Assist with ad hoc financial requests and broader team initiatives as needed.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in Accounts Receivable or Order to Cash functions, ideally within a Shared Services environment.

• Strong familiarity with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP or Oracle.

• Exposure to a fast-paced multinational corporate environment; background in the life sciences or pharmaceutical sector is advantageous.

• Proven analytical and technical skills, with experience or interest in process mining tools and automation technologies.

• High level of numerical accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively across diverse, multi-cultural teams.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities and an adaptable approach to evolving business processes.