Accounts & Payroll Specialist — Property Development

highr; Dublin; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Professional development and training

Job summary

highr is seeking an Accounts & Payroll Assistant for our Head Office in Sandyford, Dublin. This full-time, permanent role supports payroll processing, purchase ledger, supplier payments, reconciliations and general accounting administration to ensure accuracy and compliance.

You will work with HR on payroll changes, liaise with suppliers, and assist with month-end/year-end processes and VAT returns, in a detail-oriented, confidential manner.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' experience in accounts and/or payroll.
• Experience using accounting software (Sage, Surf Accounts, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and Irish payroll legislation.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Payroll qualification (IPASS or similar).
• Experience within construction, property development, or related industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in payroll processing weekly and monthly.
• Process starters, leavers and payroll amendments with HR liaison.
• Process supplier invoices and prepare payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and bank reconciliations.
• Post journals and support month-end/year-end reporting.
• Assist with VAT returns and statutory reporting.
• Maintain organised financial records and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting software

Irish payroll legislation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

IPASS payroll qualification

Tools

Sage

Surf Accounts

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

highr is seeking an Accounts & Payroll Assistant for our Head Office in Sandyford, Dublin. This full-time, permanent role supports payroll processing, purchase ledger, supplier payments, reconciliations and general accounting administration to ensure accuracy and compliance.

You will work with HR on payroll changes, liaise with suppliers, and assist with month-end/year-end processes and VAT returns, in a detail-oriented, confidential manner.