Payroll & AP Specialist – Construction Finance

Red Chair Recruitment; Killarney; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Kerry-based client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounts Payable Administrator to join their finance team in Killarney, County Kerry. The role blends payroll processing (60%) with accounts payable duties (40%), working in-office, full-time, on site.

You will manage payroll for permanent and contract staff, ensure compliance with Revenue, maintain records, and support month-end activities. The position requires accuracy, reliability, and an understanding of payroll legislation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll and accounts payable administration.
• Accounting Technician qualification or relevant payroll certification.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of Revenue and payroll compliance requirements.
• Construction or engineering experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll for permanent and contract employees.
• Manage timesheets, overtime, allowances, deductions, pensions and statutory payments.
• Ensure payroll compliance with Revenue and employment legislation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits.
• Process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier statements.
• Prepare payment runs and maintain accurate creditor records.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries.
• Support general finance and month-end activities as required.

Skills

Payroll systems

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Revenue compliance

Education

Accounting Technician qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Kerry-based client is seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounts Payable Administrator to join their finance team in Killarney, County Kerry. The role blends payroll processing (60%) with accounts payable duties (40%), working in-office, full-time, on site.

You will manage payroll for permanent and contract staff, ensure compliance with Revenue, maintain records, and support month-end activities. The position requires accuracy, reliability, and an understanding of payroll legislation.