Role: Payroll & Accounts Administrator (Bookkeeper/Admin)Location & contract
* Location: Kells, Co. Meath
* Type: Full-time, permanent
* Hours: 40 hours per week
* Working hours: 8:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday
* Lunch: 1 hour
* Salary: From €38,000 DOE
About the role
We're hiring a hands-on Payroll & Accounts Administrator to run weekly payroll for 11 staff and support the day-to-day finance and admin function across a busy, multi-entity business. This is a practical role for someone who likes ownership, accuracy, and getting things closed out on time.
Key responsibilities
* Weekly payroll (end-to-end) for 11 employees, including timesheets/clocking inputs, statutory deductions, and payroll reporting
* Maintain employee payroll records and support onboarding/offboarding payroll administration
* Odoo processing: accurate posting of invoices, receipts, supplier bills, and allocations
* Bank reconciliations and day-to-day transaction processing
* Sales invoicing, posting receipts, and customer account administration
* Supplier invoices, statements, and payment runs (with approval controls)
* Credit control support and account queries (internal and external)
* Support VAT preparation/returns and periodic compliance tasks (as applicable)
* Assist with month-end close: reconciliations, schedules, and reporting packs
* Maintain accurate filing and audit-ready records (digital and paper)
* General office/admin support as required in a small team environment
Systems & tools
* Strong working knowledge of Odoo (or similar ERP/accounting system)
* Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivots, reconciliations)
What we're looking for
* 3+ years' experience in a similar payroll + accounts/admin role
* Proven experience running weekly payroll accurately and on schedule
* Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and a process-driven approach
* Comfortable managing deadlines and working with multiple stakeholders
* Clear communicator who can follow controls and escalate issues early
Nice to have
* Experience with VAT returns and month-end support
* Experience in retail/wholesale, logistics, or high-transaction environments
* Familiarity with HR/time & attendance systems
What you'll get
* Competitive salary from €38,000 DOE
* A stable, long-term role with clear ownership
* Supportive team and straightforward decision-making
How to apply
Send your CV and a short note outlining your payroll experience etc
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person