Company description: Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries. Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore. The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition. Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China. A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion. Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For more information, visit Job description: Payments Specialist 12 month FTC Hybrid working Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,100 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations Role Profile A temporary vacancy has arisen for a Payments Specialist within the Milk Centre of Excellence, based in Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny, and reporting to the Senior Finance Manager. The Milk Centre of Excellence is responsible for managing all aspects of supplier milk payments (including delivery of necessary IT enhancements), supplier analytics & statistics (including support to milk forecasting function) and delivery of all Innovative new supplier initiatives (including supplier financial solutions). The purpose of this role is to manage and co-ordinate all aspects of the supplier milk payments, including the accurate and timely delivery of payments to our milk suppliers on a bi-monthly basis Responsibilities Accurate and on-time payments to milk suppliers on a bi-monthly basis Liaise with Milk Pool Development in connection with milk collections, milk quality adjustments and deductions from suppliers Complete milk valuations for Interim and final milk valuations. Process existing, seasonal and new milk schemes as part of milk valuation. Preparation of monthly accrual for wholemilk purchases Preparation of monthly final charge for wholemilk purchases Other valuation and payment processing requirements for Milk CoE Support the processing of third party deductions Support management in executing ad hoc reporting and analysis Requirements Qualified/part- qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience. Experience in Audit and Compliance beneficial Excellent IT skills including good command of Excel Knowledge of SAP and Blackline is desirable Exceptional analytical skills; detail oriented and well organized Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels Motivated, with a drive to improve process & development Knowledge and understanding of dairy/agricultural industry advantageous We offer Hybrid working Free parking incl. EV charging where applicable On-site gym in Kilkenny free to use for employees Parenting room Work/life balance and collaborative work culture Career progression opportunities About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirln but this isnt the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job /careers Tirln is a Values Based Organisation Profile description: A temporary vacancy has arisen for a Payments Specialist within the Milk Centre of Excellence, based in Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny, and reporting to the Senior Finance Manager. The Milk Centre of Excellence is responsible for managing all aspects of supplier milk payments (including delivery of necessary IT enhancements), supplier analytics & statistics (including support to milk forecasting function) and delivery of all Innovative new supplier initiatives (including supplier financial solutions). Skills: Payments Specialist Milk Payments Accounting