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Payroll & Accounts Administrator (12-Month FTC, Potential to Extend)

Kilkenny | Onsite Role

We are partnering with a leading global manufacturing organisation based in Kilkenny to hire a Payroll & Accounts Administrator on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential for extension.

This is a key role in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, supporting accurate, compliant payroll processing and providing essential finance administration support. As a Payroll & Finance Administrator, you will work closely with both HR and Finance teams, ensuring smooth payroll operations and contributing to broader finance functions.

This Payroll & Finance Administrator role is ideal for someone who is detail-driven, organised and experienced in Irish payroll processes.

• Manage and process fortnightly payroll in line with statutory and company deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with all Irish payroll legislation, including PAYE, PRSI, USC, and statutory deductions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support internal and external audits.
• Manage annual leave accruals, employee entitlements, and related payroll adjustments.
• Respond to employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure employee data and changes are accurately reflected in payroll.
• Support the Finance team with accounts administration tasks, documentation, and reporting as required.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within payroll and finance processes.

• Previous experience in end-to-end payroll administration, ideally within a medium-to-large organisation.
• Strong understanding of Irish payroll legislation and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience with payroll software and competent in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• High attention to detail with excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, particularly when dealing with employee queries.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role of Payroll & Finance Administrator in Kilkenny, please contact Jessica Kennedy.

jessica.kennedy@collinsmcnicholas.ie

021 2427110