Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Remote from Portugal

ABOUT US:

At Greyhound Recycling, we are committed to creating innovative, sustainable solutions. As a fast-growing leader in waste management and recycling in Ireland, we are passionate about building a greener, cleaner future. Our mission is to turn waste into energy and implement cutting-edge recycling practices that advance the circular economy, ensuring resources are used efficiently. We are currently seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team, working remotely from Portugal.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Finance Assistant will play an important role within the Finance team, mainly focusing on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities. This role involves maintaining strong client/vendor relationships, supporting month-end close activities, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations.

You will be part of a collaborative team based across different regions, supporting the Irish business remotely from Portugal.

The position is ideal for an organised, detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Suppliers Ledger

• Monitoring central AP mailbox and importing Invoices/Credit notes to the approval system.
• Reviewing and importing approved supplier’s invoices and credits to finance systems.
• Acting as a partner to department managers to ensure timely invoice approvals and smooth month-end cutoffs.
• Requesting and reconciling creditors statement to include requesting any missing documents and addressing variances.
• Opening new supplier accounts.
• Maintaining process documents for the AP function.
• Proactively managing and resolving supplier queries and sending remittances on request.

Payments and Banking

• Reviewing creditors reports and proposing weekly payment schedule.
• Processing electronic bank payments.
• Entering bank transactions and reconciling bank accounts.
• Setting up new beneficiaries in online banking.
• Uploading payroll files to online banking.

Debtors Ledger / Accounts Receivable

• Monitoring the AR aging report and proactively chasing overdue payments.
• Reconciling customer accounts and resolving any billing queries.
• Maintaining process documents for the AR function

Month End Activities

• Running reports on unprocessed invoices and open POs for accruals.
• Posting journals for intercompany creditor re-class.

Other Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and tasks.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE:

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum five years previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational shared services office.
• Experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g. Sage).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to travel to Ireland for short periods of time.

WHY JOIN US?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a market-leading organisation in Ireland. We offer a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package