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Davy

Accounts Payable, Cost Analyst

Davy

. Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and according to company policies and procedures .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeDublin • IrelandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, supplier management, and financial analysis. Proficient in compliance with internal controls and governance requirements while driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

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Accounts Payable ManagementFinancial AnalysisSupplier Payment ProcessingMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills
Invoice ProcessingSupplier ManagementFinancial ReportingCost AnalysisVariance AnalysisBudgetingAccrual ReviewsExpenditure ValidationProcess DocumentationGovernance Compliance
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganisational SkillsStakeholder Management
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsSAPFinancial Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
AAT QualifiedPart-Qualified ACCAPart-Qualified CIMA
Industry Keywords
Accounts PayableFinance OperationsInternal ControlsProcurement PoliciesCost Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and according to company policies and procedures
  • Review and set up new suppliers, completing documentation, approvals, and due diligence checks
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier master data
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, delegated authorities, procurement policies, and governance requirements
  • Process and validate supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders and approvals where applicable
  • Investigate and resolve invoice queries, discrepancies, and supplier issues
  • Prepare and execute supplier payment runs according to payment schedules and approval processes
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding balances
  • Support internal and external audit requirements related to accounts payable
  • Analyse expenditure across departments and cost centres to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and anomalies
  • Produce cost reporting and variance analysis against budgets and forecasts
  • Investigate budget variances and provide corrective-action recommendations
  • Challenge cost assumptions and provide insight into spending patterns
  • Support budgeting and forecasting with expenditure analysis and commentary
  • Identify opportunities to control, reduce, or better manage costs
  • Prepare management information and financial analyses for decision-making
  • Assist with month-end activities, including accrual reviews, prepayments, expenditure validation, and reporting
  • Improve efficiency, accuracy, and controls across accounts payable and cost management processes
  • Review workflows and recommend enhancements to reduce manual activity and recurring issues
  • Support system improvements, automation initiatives, and digital finance solutions
  • Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures
  • Promote best-practice financial processes across the organisation
  • Drive initiatives improving service delivery to suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Build working relationships with managers, procurement teams, and suppliers
  • Act as a trusted finance contact for operational teams
  • Support non-finance stakeholders in understanding financial information and governance requirements
  • Communicate financial issues, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Experience working within Accounts Payable or Finance Operations
  • Experience processing invoices and supplier payments
  • Experience performing financial analysis and investigating financial variances
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to interpret financial data and explain findings to non-finance stakeholders
  • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
  • Good stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent (desirable)
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP (desirable)
  • Eligibility to work in Ireland

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health and wellness support
  • Flexible working options
  • Flexible benefits allowance
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Assisted retirement planning
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Mental health first aid
  • Sports & Social teams supporting physical wellbeing and social connection
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Bonus
  • Pension
  • Additional benefits to protect you and your family
  • Professional and personal development opportunities
  • Hybrid working model
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations for the interview process