Job Description

Synergy overview:
Synergy Flavours, part of the Carbery Group, is a trusted and dynamic player in the global flavourings, extracts and essences market. With extensive experience across the food, beverage and nutritional categories and a global footprint, Synergy develops high quality taste solutions which help its customers to stand out in a competitve landscape.
Synergy Flavours has manufacturing and technical support facilities in UK, Ireland, Italy, US, Brazil and Thailand. Consequently, Synergy has the market insight and skills to work collaboratively with customers worldwide to develop flavour and taste solutions which meet and anticipate local consumers' needs.
Carbery currently employs over 900 people across its global locations and is dedicated to building a better future for people and planet through the creation of healthier, tastier, and sustainable food.
Enriching lives, together
Main Purpose and Scope of the Role
The Assistant Accountant supports the accounting department in various financial tasks, including maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with budgeting and auditing processes. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the finance team and other departments.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
Financial Record MaintenanceAssist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records. Record financial transactions in accounting software. Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial documents.

Accounts ReceivableCash posting, sales order approvals, issuing weekly overdue report, chasing overdue Maintain and review credit limits and approvals for Europe Customer Queries and database maintenance

Bank ReconciliationPerform bank reconciliations on a weekly basis. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.

General LedgerAssist in maintaining the general ledger by posting journal entries. Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy.

Financial AccountingMonth end support including monthly accruals, prepayments, intercompany recharges/reconciliations Responsibility for the maintenance of the Fixed Asset register Weekly cash flow forecasts.

Budgeting and ForecastingSupport the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing necessary financial data.

Auditing SupportAssist in preparing for internal and external audits. Provide necessary documentation and information to auditors.

Indirect Tax ComplianceResponsiblity for the prepariton and submission of various VAT returns including Intrastat and EC sales list, for UK, Ireland and Netherlands Ensure compliance with relevant VAT regulations and laws.

Administrative SupportProvide general administrative support to the accounting department. Respond to accounting inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities for process improvements in the accounting function. Participate in special projects and initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance and Internal ControlsEnsure compliance with corporate accounting policies and relevant regulations.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and ExperiencePart Qualified ACCA/CIMA. Qualified AAT Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. D365, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.