Job Overview
Job Title: Finance & HR Administrator (Maternity Cover)
Location: Midleton Distillery Experience Centre
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract
About Irish Distillers
Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s well-known Irish whiskeys.
Lead by Jameson, our brands are driving the success of Irish whiskey globally. Jameson is the world’s fastest-growing Irish whiskey, achieving +10% net sales growth globally in FY23. Our brands are exported to 130+ markets around the world.
Irish Distillers was formed in 1966, through a merger of John Power & Son, John Jameson & Son, and Cork Distilleries Company. In 1988 Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard, gaining access to significant investment and a global distribution network.
In 2022, we announced plans to reduce carbon emissions and to invest in a new distillery adjacent to our Midleton operations. We employ over 800 people across Cork and Dublin.
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry, with a portfolio that includes Absolut, Beefeater, Chivas Regal, Jameson, and many others. Our mission is to support long-term brand development with care for people and the environment, while empowering employees to be ambassadors of a culture of authentic conviviality.
About the role
We are seeking a Finance & HR Coordinator to join our Distillery Experience Centre team on a maternity cover contract. This role is a cross-functional position supporting both finance operations and people processes, acting as a trusted point of contact for managers and employees alike.
Finance & Administration
* Manage purchase orders (POs), vendor setup, and invoice queries in SAP
* Support month-end reporting, reconciliations, and CAPEX tracking
* Monitor budgets, labour costs, and cash handling (daily sheets, floats, deposits, Brinks reporting)
* Liaise with Accounts Payable/Receivable and external suppliers
* Oversee revenue warrants and compliance submissions
HR Coordination
* Lead seasonal recruitment activities including onboarding, assessment days, and reference checks
* Act as point of contact for new joiners, delivering HR presentations on Day 1
* Coordinate Workday hiring processes, job offers, and termination administration
* Support managers with employee queries and HRSS ticketing
* Maintain accurate records for payroll reporting, lockers, and staff deposits
General Support
* Act as brand ambassador and key point of contact for the team throughout the employee lifecycle
* Provide cross-departmental support and assist the Director with ad hoc duties
* Ensure smooth coordination across finance and HR functions in a fast-paced environment
About You
* Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage competing priorities
* Experienced with SAP and finance administration (POs, reconciliations, banking)
* Confident working independently and taking ownership of processes
* Skilled at building strong cross-functional relationships
* Outgoing and approachable, with excellent communication skills
What We Offer
We understand our people are our special ingredient and offer a range of supports to help you throughout your career with us. Some benefits and programmes include:
* Hybrid working: up to 3 days a week remote
* Profit share: annual profit share scheme
* Annual allowance to spend on our products and merchandise
* People Development: development, online learning, and leadership training
* Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave
* Parental support: Reconnect programme with access to a workplace parenting coach
* Health & Wellbeing: THRIVE wellbeing programme
* Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave to volunteer
At Irish Distillers, we actively welcome individuals from all backgrounds and identities, and value diversity in our workforce.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Administrative, General Business, and Other
* Industries: Retail and Office Administration
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