Accounts Assistant

About &Open

Better gifting at scale: We're redefining corporate gifting, for less waste, and more impact.

We're a post-Series A Irish start-up in high growth mode.

Clients include Airbnb, Intercom, Etsy and more.

Join our passionate and curious team in making care and kindness everyday business practices.

About the team

Mission: The Finance team at &Open is dedicated to providing strategic, data-driven insights that support our rapidly growing business. We ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and forward-thinking analysis to drive smart decision-making.

How We Work: From accounting and compliance to forecasting and analysis, we collaborate closely with every team to provide financial guidance and support. We take a proactive approach to problem-solving, helping &Open achieve its mission with clarity and confidence. What We Love Most: Uncovering insights that shape the future of &Open and fuel sustainable growth.

About the role

We're seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team on a fixed term basis, specialising in Accounts Receivable operations.You will work closely with the finance team contributing to month-end close procedures and also collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Please note that the responsibilities listed in this job description are not exhaustive and may evolve to meet the changing needs of our team. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and a broad range of skills, particularly those who have experience in project-based work and data analysis. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to contribute in multiple areas, we would love to hear from you. Your unique expertise and adaptability are highly valued at &Open.

What you'll do?

• Process and record customer invoices in the accounting system (Xero)
• Follow up on outstanding accounts receivable and send payment reminders
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies
• Prepare accounts receivable ageing reports and analyse collection trends
• Assist with the month-end close process, including account reconciliations and journal entries
• Provide support for external audits by preparing requested documentation and responding to inquiries
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records
• Collaborate with the Sales and Customer Success teams to ensure timely invoicing and collection
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
• Cover and support for other team members when needed (e.g. Accounts Payable)
• Identify blockages and teasing-out solutions with the rest of the team in order to continue improving upon our existing processes.
• Help the rest of the Finance team finalise special projects and initiatives that arise as a result of our company growth.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Currently pursuing or an interest in pursuing a professional Accounting/Finance qualification.
• 2-3 years of experience in accounts receivable/accounts assistant or a similar accounting role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in using accounting software and spreadsheet applications (e.g., Xero, Excel, Google Sheets, Pivot tables, VLOOKUps)
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Previous exposure to multi-currency transactions.
• Experience with VAT returns (not a prerequisite)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Working Model
• Company Pension
• Healthcare cover
• 25 days Annual Leave 2 Company Days
• Maternity and Paternity Paid Leave
• Exciting experience in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Employee Stock Options Plan

Location

Hybrid | Harold's Cross, Dublin 6

All Welcome Here Statement

We believe diverse teammates, opinions and backgrounds generate a larger global impact and more considerate acts of care. &Open is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.