Order to Cash Team Member

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Position Description

ESB has a centralised Finance Operations organisation that provides a range of Finance services across ESB Group. The Order to Cash team resides within Finance Operations and is responsible for issuing invoices for various business units ensuring they are processed accurately and on time. Debtor management and follow up is also a key feature of this role.

This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to work as part of a large finance team. One of the key priorities for Finance Operations is the delivery of best practice finance processes and the continued development of staff. This role will be based with the Order to Cash team with a working relationship across Finance Operations and multiple business units across ESB.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing of invoice requests on behalf of various business units across ESB.
• Set up and maintenance of systematic monthly and quarterly bill plans.
• Management of the Intercompany transactions process across several statutory entities.
• Arranging debtor meetings with various business units across ESB.
• Liaising with customers and business units in relation to the collection of outstanding debt whilst maintaining good customer and business unit relationships.
• Reconciliation of key accounts and the issuance of monthly statements to external customers.
• Responding to all queries received in a timely fashion including the close out of same including where necessary escalation to the Order to Cash Manager.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and internal customers.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• 2+ years relevant work experience in a similar role. 
• A good understanding of basic accounting and billing processes.
• An ability to act independently.
• Highly motivated – be able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team to deliver high quality of work to tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Extensive Knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook).
• Prior experience of working with SAP.

Desirable

• Accounting Technician qualification or equivalent.

Location

This position will be based in ESB head office, 27 Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual. 

Reporting to

Manager, Order to Cash Function.

Why Work with Us? 

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 

• Progressive, hybrid working model 

• Career development through mentoring and training

• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 

• Sports and Social Clubs 

• Networking opportunities 

• Credit Union 

• Generous Pension 

• Access to staff well-being programmes 

• Generous parental leave entitlements 

• Strong values-based and inclusive culture

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

Salary

€32,000 - €38,500 per annum