Finance & Payroll Officer
Sligo - Hybrid
We are working with our client, based in Sligo Town to hire a Finance and Payroll Officer. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll play a vital role in supporting their teams nationwide. Within this role you will get to immerse yourself in all facets of financial operations, including accounts processing, reconciliations, payroll and auditing. You will be flexible, professional, approachable, highly organised, and have an excellent work ethic.
The Responsibilities:
- Accounts Processing
- Input supplier invoices into Sage 50
- Prepare supplier reconciliations and payment runs
- Perform bank and credit card/debit card reconciliations
- Process employee expenses and ensure appropriate approvals
- Maintain accurate financial records and coding
- Processing payments and bank transfers
- Payroll
- Assist in processing fortnightly payroll accurately and on time
- Maintain payroll records and resolve payroll queries - (Extensive payroll experience not required, but prior exposure essential)
- Month-End & Reporting Support
- Assist the Financial Accountant with month-end preparation
- Assist in preparing journals and supporting reconciliations
- Provide documentation and schedules as required
- Audit & Ad Hoc Support
- Assist the team during annual audit
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation
- Support finance-related projects and ad hoc reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes
- Assist with upkeep of Motor Taxes/Insurance
- Other administrative tasks as they fall due
- Operational Liaison
- Liaise with house management regarding expenses and approvals
- Work with house managers regarding the reconciliation of credit cards/debit cards monthly
- Ensure accurate cost allocation and documentation
- Support strong financial controls across the organisation
Person Specification - Essential Criteria
- Level 8 Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or similar related subject
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a similar role (SME experience desirable)
- Strong reconciliation experience
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Excellent administration, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with all stakeholders.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working in the care sector
- Experience with Sage 50
- Proficient in MS packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint portals, Dynamics 365.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and work under pressure to deadlines
For more information, please contact [email protected]
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