Senior Accounts Assistant (12mth Maternity Cover contract)
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager
ABOUT RICHMOND
At Richmond, we don’t just build brands—we ignite them. As Ireland’s leading trend-spotting premium brand builder, we’ve been shaping the future since 1992. Our mantra is simple: Where Great People Meet Great Brands. We don’t just hire employees; we bring on bold, agile, and energetic innovators who thrive on shaking up the status quo. We're not just about distributing products—we’re about disrupting the market, challenging the norms, and launching game-changing ideas and products that leave a lasting impact.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a highly competent Accounts Assistant to assist the Finance Team at our busy NI office.
The role will involve engagement with our NI Finance and Commercial team covering all aspects of the finance function.
If you are looking for a challenge, then this role is for you! This role is for a period of 12 months to cover a maternity leave.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribution to management of the sales ledger. Including but not limited to: Credit control duties, recording customer receipts, management of EDI, preparation of monthly direct debits & issuing of customer statements.
- Supporting with the maintenance of stock purchase ledger and the relevant order control Including but not limited to processing & recording purchase orders, recording shipping & receipt details, and tracking orders from various key suppliers & intercompany movements.
- Supporting with the maintenance of non-stock purchase ledger. Including but not limited to recording of all purchase invoices received, liaising with various budget holders to seek approvals, processing & coding of invoices, creation & upkeep of purchase order system, creating monthly payment runs and dealing with supplier queries as and when they arise.
- Collation of monthly recharges for submission to the relevant brand owners.
- Creation of various daily & month end reports, including but not limited to; Daily Sales, FOC, Depletion Reports, Stock Report, Debtors Report. Ensuring appropriate monthly reconciliations are performed.
- On a daily and monthly basis ensure invoice financing declarations are made and ensure processing of payments and drawdowns are completed to manage cash flow.
- As part of a small finance team, to take a hands-on approach to all aspects of the business, working closely with management, logistics partners and the sales team.
- Assisting with the adequacy of accounting internal controls and the continuing compliance.
- Working closely with the Finance Director & Finance Manager in the preparation of financial reports, including monthly management accounts & annual statutory accounts
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Ambitious person with excellent work ethic and excellent communication skills
- Flourishes in a busy environment and is a fast learner
- Energetic & enthusiastic approach to tasks especially when team needs support
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Accounts team, with one year in a senior role
- Part qualified/IATI trained preferable
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years' experience in Accounts team, with one year in a senior role
- Excellent communication skills and strong work ethic
- Ability to flourish in a busy environment and be a fast learner
- Energetic and enthusiastic approach to tasks and team support
- Part qualified or IATI trained
What We Do
At Richmond, we aim to keep pace with Ireland’s changing society, offer innovative brands which appeal to the modern Irish consumer and to be Ireland’s premium beverage brand builder. The success of our business is based on our world-class stable of premium brands that we market and distribute in Ireland. We bring an innovative perspective to everything we do and we are committed to adding value to our customers and all those we work with. Our History. Founded by Barry Connolly in 1992 Richmond Marketing has introduced exciting and innovative brands to the Irish market place. Working at Richmond. Fundamental to our success is the creativity of our people, their constant enthusiasm, adaptability and their unremitting passion to deliver results for consumers and customers alike.. The way it works. Our business is divided into three areas: Sales, Marketing and Finance. It doesn't matter what team you are in or what level you are, we all work together to get the job done.. We have about 70 people in our sales team. They are responsible for all our customers, from the major supermarkets and cash and carries to pubs, restaurants and nightclubs. They are supported by national account managers who help the sales team deliver their business objectives whilst helping the major retailers deliver theirs. In Marketing we have over 20 people. We have Marketing Managers, Brand Managers, Trade Marketing Managers and staff to support them and help make things happen. Our Finance area has 30 people. Not just the accountants but also our administrators, Customer Service team, Logistics team and IT support team. We are committed to supporting the development of talent within our business. If you feel you have what it takes to join us in a fast-moving company and industry, we would be delighted to hear from you.
