Accounts Assistant

The British and Irish Lions are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, high-profile environment and play a key role in the success of this iconic rugby brand.

• Fixed Term full-time Contract until 31 December 2027.
• The role will be based in the Lions HQ in Dublin 4. The role will be hybrid with occasional travel to the UK required.
• Opportunity to contribute to a legendary sporting brand on the world stage.
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to the success of the Lions and rugby more generally.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the Management of the Finance Function

• Assisting with Accounts Payable function including: supplier creation, invoice processing, supplier payments and supplier reconciliation management.
• Assisting with Accounts Receivable function including: customer creation, customer invoicing, contract management and debt collection.
• Assisting with Employee Expenses including: reviewing and approving expenses in line with company expense policy and posting expense journals.
• Completion of weekly bank reconciliations and ensuring all income and expenses are accurately posted in line with company’s General Ledger Policy
• Ability to understand company’s Chart of Accounts, Dimensions, and General Ledger Policy to ensure all postings are completed accurately and underlying accounting data is appropriately maintained.
• Assist with the annual audit process from audit open to audit close meeting. Liaise with audit team to resolve queries.
• Assist with taxation returns including, VAT & VIES, RTD, and 46G returns.
• Support the Departmental Teams and the Executive Team by providing key financial information to assist with decision making.
• Produce reports for Executive and Board meetings.

Annual Insurance Renewals

• Assist with annual insurance renewals
• Populate forms and return to brokers as necessary.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Develop and manage relationships with relevant stakeholders and third parties including: internal employees, suppliers, customers, financial advisors, financial institutions, consultants and agencies.

Governance

• Ensure the highest standards of corporate governance and risk management protocols are adhered to.
• Develop relevant policies as needed and ensure compliance with those policies/mandates.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

Qualifications and Expertise

• Have a minimum of 2-3 years experience in a finance department working as an Accounts Assistant and managing bank reconciliations and invoice processing.
• Proficiency in understanding VAT business and product posting groups and ensuring all VAT returns are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• ERP experience essential with proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central desirable.
• Must have excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and presentation skills, recognising the important of continuous engagement and the ability to build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders at all levels, many of whom have no financial background.
• The ability to collaborate with and understand all areas of the business to contribute affectively to the finance function.
• Demonstrate the highest professional standards of operation and delivery at all times, including working to tight deadlines.
• Proactive with a drive to constantly develop and improve all aspects of the finance team, finance systems and the wider business.
• Showing initiative and resilience, taking ownership of areas within the function and dealing well with uncertainty and change when they arise.
• Committed, loyal and highly trustworthy and someone who demonstrates the values of the Lions.

Additional Information

• Commencement: as soon as possible.
• Salary dependent on experience – range €35k to €45k per annum