Smyths Toys

Join a Global Leader: Smyths Toys is one of the world's largest and most dynamic specialty retailers of children's toys. We operate both online and via our physical retail stores, with hundreds of stores spread across Europe and the UK. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European, and international suppliers.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse team where your ability to deliver is what counts.

About The Role

We are hiring a proactive Accounts Administrator to join our expanding Finance team. In this role, you will gain broad experience across critical areas of the Accounts Department, including Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, and administrative functions.

This role is located at our Head Office in Galway, which has over 200 employees. Our extensive European presence includes over 280 physical retail stores in Ireland, the UK, Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

Location: Head Office, Galway

Competitive Salary: €27,000 - €32,000 (commensurate with experience)

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for:

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial data into relevant systems.

• Manage core administrative functions, including high-volume invoice processing.

• Execute daily/weekly reconciliations for creditor, bank, and nominal ledgers.

• Contribute to weekly and monthly financial reporting and KPI analysis.
• Support the Head of Finance with critical administrative projects and tasks as required.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential Skills

• Strong organisational and administrative skills. 

• Proactive. 

• Strong work ethic and committed to completing work to a high standard. 

• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically MS Excel.

• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.

• Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Possess a high level of numeracy and a meticulous focus on process execution.

Desirable

• A relevant third-level qualification.

• Prior experience in an Accounts or Finance function.
• SAP Experience

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, with annual salary review based on performance, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous 23 days paid annual leave, which increases with service.

• Defined contribution pension scheme on commencement.

• Exclusive staff in-store discount.

• Company sick pay scheme.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity payments.

• Life assurance cover.

• Recognition and loyalty programs, including Life Event Gifts and Length of Service Awards.

• Employee assistance programme.

• Bike to work scheme.

• Opportunity to join our active Sports & Social Club.

If you are driven and detail-oriented, take the next step in your career. Apply online now!