Senior Accounts & Payroll Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounts & Payroll Assistant to join our finance team in a leading Legal firm in Dublin City Centre. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong financial acumen looking to advance their career in a dynamic and professional environment.
Responsibilities:
* Act as the primary finance contact for all queries related to transactions recorded on the practice management system, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of issues.
* Manage and process payroll for approximately 100 Irish staff monthly, including salary calculations, tax deductions, pension contributions, and compliance with payroll regulations.
* Ensure payroll accuracy by coordinating with HR, handling employee queries, managing payroll adjustments, and staying updated on tax and employment law changes.
* Record and process all client account fund transfer requests, ensuring strict adherence to financial control procedures, timely execution, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Perform month-end control procedures on key balance sheet items, including reconciliation of Work in Progress and Outlay control accounts, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
* Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly and aligned with internal audit and compliance requirements.
* Assist in cash flow management and forecasting, helping to maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing funds to support financial decision-making.
* Support internal and external audits by ensuring financial documentation is up-to-date, accessible, and compliant with relevant legal and regulatory standards.
* Assist with shared finance tasks, including document stamping, petty cash management, invoice processing, and ensuring financial records are maintained efficiently.
* Provide backup support for finance team members during absences or busy periods, ensuring continuity of financial operations and maintaining high service levels.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a finance or accounts assistant role.
* Strong knowledge of financial control processes and reconciliations.
* Proficiency in using financial systems, particularly Keyhouse or similar practice management systems.
* Experience managing end to end payroll processes.
* Ability to work accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded firm and play a key role in its finance function. If you meet the above criteria and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.