Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

We are expanding our global Accounts Payable function and are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Galway. Reporting to the Global Manager of Accounts Payable, you will help shape and improve AP processes across the company while working in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment.

Key responsibilities

• Process daily AP invoices (PO and non‑PO), ensuring accurate coding, approvals and allocation to projects, departments or subsidiaries.
• Maintain accurate AP records in line with compliance requirements and support month‑end close activities.
• Monitor vendor aging, investigate discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare and schedule payments via ACH, wire, or cheque and manage bank wire templates.
• Validate and process annual 1099 and 1042 reporting.
• Respond to internal and external vendor queries in a professional manner.
• Support audits by providing documentation and assisting with invoice retrieval.
• Partner with vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth processes and timely payments.
• Contribute to building AP best practices, policies and procedures as the team scales.

Required profile

• 1–2 years of Accounts Payable experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is an advantage.
• Familiarity with accounting concepts, GL coding and intercompany transactions.
• Experience with foreign currency and payment processes is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with strong attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication skills with internal teams and vendors.

Required skills

• GL coding
• Intercompany transaction handling
• Foreign currency processing
• ACH and wire payment processing
• 1099 and 1042 reporting