Accounts Assistant, Cork

What is it like to work at SimoTech? With a strong collaborative teamwork culture based on respect, trust and excellence, we play a critical partnering role to our clients’ life-changing supply of products to patients. In return, there is excellent salary, benefits, career progression, educational support and much more.    

SimoTech is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day activities within the Finance team. The Accounts Assistant’s responsibilities will include accounts receivable, accounts payable and bank reconciliation activities, systems administration. 

The Accounts Assistant will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, working closely with the Finance Manager and Accounts team to ensure accurate, timely, and well-organised financial administration. 

Accounts Payable & Receivable 

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses, and other payables in line with company procedures. 
  

• Prepare and issue customer sales invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely submission, including uploading invoices to customer portals as required. 
  

• Monitor accounts receivable, track outstanding balances, and assist with debtor follow-up. 
  

• Maintain supplier records, verify supporting documentation, and resolve invoice or payment queries 
  

Timesheets, Expenses & Procurement 

• Review monthly employee and contractor timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance with billing requirements. 
  

• Process employee expense claims, verifying receipts, cost allocations, and VAT compliance. 
  

• Support procurement activities including raising purchase orders, managing office supply requests, and liaising with vendors as needed. 
  

Banking & Reconciliation 

• Prepare bulk payment files for weekly/monthly supplier runs and submit for managerial approval. 
  

• Issue remittance notifications to suppliers following payment. 
  

• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances promptly. 
  

• Assist with monitoring cash movements and clearing outstanding items 
  

Reporting, Records & Systems Administration 

• Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring proper filing of invoices, receipts, contracts, and other documentation. 
  

• Update various internal financial reports, trackers, and schedules (e.g., aged receivables, AP summaries, project billing trackers). 
  
• Assist with data entry and systems administration within the accounting system and related tools (e.g. timesheet system, procurement workflows). 
  
• Support month-end and year-end processes through preparation of reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation. 
  

General Finance & Administration Support 

• Provide administrative support to the Finance Manager as required, including preparing ad-hoc financial reports and analysis. 
  

• Liaise with internal teams to gather data or resolve discrepancies relating to timesheets, expenses, or purchase orders. 
  

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance team, helping streamline processes and improve accuracy. 
  

• Accounting Technician or a related qualification. 
  

• Knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures. 
  

• 2+ years of experience with responsibilities including accounts receivable and accounts payable.  
  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 
  

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. 
  

• Must be quick learner with flexible attitude to work and ability to multitask. 
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team