Senior Finance Administrator

Location: Dublin 20
Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Finance Administrator to join a well-established organisation based in Dublin 20.

This is a senior role within the Finance and Administration function and will suit a candidate with strong purchase ledger (Accounts Payable) and payroll experience. The position offers the opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes including Accounts Payable, statutory reporting, bank reconciliations and financial administration, while also supporting payroll and credit control activities when required.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger

• Manage the full purchase ledger process from purchase order through to trial balance.

• Review, verify and approve supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.

• Process supplier payments in a timely and accurate manner.

• Perform regular creditor reconciliations and resolve supplier queries.

• Support the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met.

• Maintain accurate financial records and organised filing systems, including document archiving.

Statutory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure accurate preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE and Intrastat returns.

• Maintain compliance with Irish statutory reporting and transactional tax requirements.

Payroll Support

• Provide back-up support for payroll processing, ensuring accurate employee payment records and payroll documentation.

• Assist with payroll administration during periods of leave or increased workload.

• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling payroll data.

Credit Control Support

• Provide support to the Sales and Credit Control teams where required.

• Assist with monitoring outstanding accounts and customer queries.

Bank Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.

• Ensure financial records are accurate and aligned with bank statements.

Process & Systems Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal systems.

• Support enhancements to finance systems and reporting tools.

• Assist with the development of more efficient workflows within the Accounts Payable function.

General Finance Administration

• Provide support across the wider finance function as required.

• Undertake ad hoc finance and administration tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior finance administration or accounts role.

• Strong purchase ledger / Accounts Payable experience.

• Payroll processing or payroll administration experience is essential.

• Experience bringing accounts to trial balance.

• Solid understanding of VAT, PAYE and statutory returns.

• Strong IT and financial systems skills.

• Sage 200 experience would be advantageous.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of €50,000 – €55,000 depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Opportunity to join a stable and reputable organisation.

• A senior role offering autonomy, responsibility and scope for process improvement within the finance function.