Cost & Treasury Controller (Maternity Cover)

Fixed-term (UK and Ireland), Full-time · Dublin

About the Role

A challenging and varied opportunity has arisen to join the finance / support team of a global
professional services company on a 9 month Maternity Cover. The role will give the successful applicant great exposure to international accounting and a fantastic opportunity to develop a career.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Cost & Treasury Controller to manage and
oversee key aspects of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger,
Intercompany Transactions, Payroll Payments, and VAT/GST compliance across multiple entities.
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, optimizing cash flow,
supporting payroll compliance, and maintaining inter-company and regulatory reporting standards.

Operations in Europe, Asia and the USA.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable
  • Review AP aging reports and manage liabilities across five entities.
  • Oversee invoice processing and ensure timely approvals and payments.
  • Set up new vendors in the financial system.
  • Prepare and execute monthly vendor payment runs.
  • Manage banking portal transactions and ensure accurate payment setups.
  • Monitor and manage the Accounts Payable mailbox and correspondence.
Accounts Receivable
  • Review AR aged listings for five entities and follow up on outstanding balances.
  • Allocate customer payments against invoices accurately.
  • Monitor and manage incoming remittances via mailbox.
  • Chase overdue debts and maintain weekly collection trackers.
Treasury & Banking
  • Post daily payments and lodgements.
  • Monitor daily cash position and receipts across entities.
  • Perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations.
  • Conduct cash forecasting and provide analysis to support decision-making.
General Ledger & Intercompany Transactions
  • Prepare and post general journal entries.
  • Record and reconcile intercompany transactions.
  • Support month-end close processes, including prepayments and accruals.
Payroll Payments
  • Set up of monthly salary payments in the banking system.
  • Schedule and process payroll tax payments in line with deadlines.
VAT/GST Compliance

Prepare and submit VAT/GST returns for:
  • Ireland (Bi-Monthly)
  • UK (Quarterly)
  • Belgium (Monthly)
  • Singapore (Monthly)
About You
Essential: 
  • Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant
  • At least 3 years accounting experience, exposure to the professional services industry would be an advantage.
  • Strong analytical skills - ability to proactively identify and resolve issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior management.
  • Ability to work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Advanced excel skills required.
About us
We are not only a sector-led, political, regulatory and campaigning firm that delivers results for our clients to enhance their commercial outcomes and improve their operating environments; but also are led by data and insight, with the platform at the heart of the business.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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