About the Company At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team. Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 17,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career in accounting and finance within a dynamic engineering consultancy environment. As part of the team, you will gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance activities, supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals, developing your technical knowledge while contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the finance function. You will be involved in core accounting processes including accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting support. This role offers exposure to multiple aspects of finance, providing a strong foundation for career progression within the organisation. You will benefit from structured training and mentoring, with opportunities to further develop your skills and pursue relevant professional qualifications. Key Duties and Responsibilities Processing supplier invoices & credit notes for relevant companies to include 3-way matching of purchase orders, delivery notes & invoices before sending them to management for approval and posting on accounts system in a multi- company environment. Preparing bank reconciliations daily and posting transactions to SAP Preparation of monthly payment runs & clearing all invoices when approved Running month end reports across for Financial Controller Issuing and reviewing PO numbers, ensuring appropriate approvals and matching invoices Supplier account reconciliations on a bi-weekly basis Liaising with suppliers & in-house department heads to resolve supplier account queries Processing bi-monthly VAT reconciliation for management Work closely with all in-house departments to improve and streamline processes Manage Inter-company transactions & Inter-company reconciliations on a weekly basis Providing period end reports for Financial Controller and working to tight deadlines Accounts Receivable include issuing draft & sales invoices, issuing statements at month end, producing monthly aged debtors reports & chasing overdue balances on client accounts Prepare and reconcile the Irish employee expense claim report monthly for the Financial Controller. Work closely with the Senior Accounts Payable person to set up new bank details in both the bank portal and SAP and verify the accuracy of those details. Upload foreign exchange rates to SAP and upload bank balances to the RSK portal. Credit card statement posting and reconciliation. Maintaining a culture of continuous improvements across all aspects of the working environment and projects. Training will be provided to fulfil the requirements of your role, your participation in all essential training will be required. Undertake additional responsibilities as required, in line with the evolving needs of the role and the business. Key Requirements Minimum of 1 years previous experience, in Payroll and Accounts Payable/ Receivable within a medium/large company environment Account Technician/IPASS qualifications desirable or quantifiable relevant experience Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills essential SAP Experience would be desirable but not essential SAGE Payroll desirable but not essential AITI / Accounts / bookkeeping course or cert Candidates studying for their Accounting degree CPA, ACCA, CIMA will be considered. MS Excel proficient. Excellent attention to detail, with an ability to use initiative and always maintain confidentiality Ability to work well under pressure Fluent English with excellent oral and written communication skills Self-motivated and capable of recommending improvements in internal processes Must be a self-starter who can critically analyse and assess information Ability to work in a team environment and support team colleagues Motivated to be part of a Company with a real purpose, improving the quality of people’s lives and communities.