Ciaran Ryan
Dublin
Summary
A seasoned Accounts Payable Manager with a proven track record at Flutter, I excel in workflow coordination and fostering strong relationships. My expertise in bank reconciliation and process improvements has significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Skilled in training and mentoring, I've driven team success and financial accuracy, embodying leadership with every achievement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Payable Manager
Flutter
Dublin
04.2022 - Current
- Managing Flutter Group and International AP teams individually at first before merging teams through cross training and supplier re-distribution. This has developed and stronger AP team capable of taking on other Flutter Companies with minimal disruption to business and suppliers. Creating opportunities for APA's to learn and grow within their roles.
- Managing AP Ops and over the past three years I have grown this team, doubling in size, taking on additional work from other teams like supplier management. I have also given opportunities to team to upskill and develop themselves to that they are ready to apply for roles as APA's.
- I took over managing Payments Team from Group Treasury and brought it into AP.
- I managed the Treasury Control Report for International through a period of historical issues and brought it to "best in class" position, working collaboratively with Corporate Recs team.
- Over the past year i have been working to improve the processes and functionality of the Fanduel AP team to improve performance as this business grows.
- Led with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
- Managed a team of accounts payable assistants, providing training and support to ensure high performance and career development.
- Worked cross-functionally with various teams and departments to improve operations.
- Maintained regular performance reviews for teams through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Coordinated the resolution of customer disputes relating to past due invoices or charges.
- Provided regular training and updates on accounts payable best practices and regulatory changes to team members.
- Ensured Processing of tax payments on a timely basis in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment to vendors and suppliers.
- Liaised with vendors to confirm information and address issues.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and meet their accounts payable needs.Used communication and interaction skills to build strong working relationships with business ( e.g.Tax, GT, Finance, Cosec)
- Collaborated with other departments such as procurement, treasury, and accounting. Currently working closely with new Procurement team in Hyderabad to develop strong working relationship.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements within the accounts payable function.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
Senior Accounts Administrator
DCC Vital
Dublin
10.2013 - 03.2022
- Monitored cash flow positions on a daily basis, making adjustments as necessary to maintain positive liquidity levels.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Provided customer service support to clients regarding billing inquiries or payment issues.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
- Reconciled bank statements on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of financial data.
- Prepared weekly cash flow projections for use in forecasting future needs.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audit reviews.
- Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy of financial documents.
- Managed accounts receivable collections efforts by contacting customers regarding past due payments.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Legal Collections Officer
AIB
Dublin
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Drafted and sent collection letters to customers regarding past due accounts.
- Advised customers on repayment options when appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records of all collections activities in the database system.
- Assisted with court proceedings by preparing documents such as affidavits, summonses, and pleadings.
- Arranged debt repayment or established schedules for repayment based on customer's financial situation.
- Spoke with customers to learn reasons for overdue payments and to review terms of credit contract.
- Negotiated settlements with customers who could not pay the full amount of their debts.
- Provided support to attorneys handling complex litigation cases involving debt collections matters.
- Developed strategies for collecting overdue payments from customers with difficult financial situations.
Collections Agent
aib
Dublin
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Maintained accurate records of all customer contact attempts and account updates in the database system.
- Prepared and sent out demand letters and collection notices to delinquent accounts.
- Contacted customers with delinquent accounts to solicit payment.
- Provided training and guidance to new collections staff on best practices and company policies.
- Accepted and processed customer payments and applied toward account balances.
- Reviewed documents such as contracts, invoices, letters and emails related to customer accounts.
- Negotiated payment plans with customers to ensure timely repayment of debt.
- Processed payments through various methods such as credit cards, online banking and cash transactions.
- Located new addresses of delinquent customers through research, contacting credit bureaus or by questioning neighbors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Geography
University College Dubin
Dublin06-2006
High School Diploma -
St. Fintans High School Sutton
Dublin06-2003
Skills
- Accounts payable expertise
- Workflow coordination
- Bank reconciliation
- Issue escalation
- Procurement coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Month-end closing
- Process improvements
Certification
- Diploma in Credit Management - Irish Credit Management Training - 2017
Timeline
Accounts Payable Manager
Flutter
04.2022 - Current
Senior Accounts Administrator
DCC Vital
10.2013 - 03.2022
Legal Collections Officer
AIB
06.2012 - 10.2013
Collections Agent
aib
08.2007 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Geography
University College Dubin
High School Diploma -
St. Fintans High School Sutton
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