Credit Admin Assistant (12 Month Contract) - Limerick

Company Overview

Sysco is a global foodservice business focused on connecting people through food, service, and innovation. The company supplies fresh food, drink, ideas, technology, and support to restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, lodging businesses, and other customers who prepare meals away from home. In Ireland, Sysco is a leading foodservice provider serving customers across the island.

The business is built on a team of committed people who work to deliver value every day and support growth, innovation, and strong customer outcomes.

Role Overview

Sysco Ireland is hiring a Credit Admin Assistant for a 12-month contract in Limerick. This role supports the credit function by maintaining the debt ledger, coordinating with internal teams, handling customer accounts, and helping ensure payments, invoices, and credits are processed accurately and on time. The position reports to the Credit Assistant Manager.

The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep customer accounts accurate, current, and well maintained.
• Work closely with customers and colleagues to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Manage customer questions and escalations in an effective way.
• Allocate incoming funds accurately.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across the business.
• Support teammates with day-to-day business demands.
• Prepare reports on a daily, monthly, and quarterly basis.
• Represent the company when required.
• Train new joiners on departmental SLA expectations.
• Update and maintain customer portals.
• Maintain the email management system.
• Update customer ledgers to support smooth operations.
• Help sustain strong performance against departmental KPIs.
• Handle customer communication by phone and email.
• Ensure customer records are complete and properly maintained.
• Process relevant transactions on a daily basis.
• Ensure documents and policy information are processed accurately.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or accounts payable.
• A relevant qualification is helpful.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Full Class B driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Previous experience in an accounts department.
• Knowledge of debt ledgers, payment applications, and overdue balances is important.
• Experience in credit control is an advantage.
• Experience in an accounts receivable role in the food service sector is beneficial but not essential.
• Understanding of SOX compliance is an added advantage.

Candidate Profile

The company is looking for someone who can build strong working relationships, think analytically, handle numbers confidently, and support customers with clear guidance. A professional, proactive approach is essential.

Culture

• Customer focus: placing customer needs at the centre and delivering real value.
• Relationship building: developing strong working relationships across teams and adapting well to change.
• Clear communication: sharing information in a direct and effective way.
• Passion for food: supporting food and drink solutions that help create memorable dining experiences.

Additional Information

The responsibilities and requirements in this role may change from time to time depending on business needs. Sysco Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.