Payroll Administrator / Accounts Payable

About ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems Ireland

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems Ireland Limited is a subsidiary of the Swedish multinational ASSA ABLOY Group. Located in Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, we employ approximately 55 people across Sales, Installation, Service and Finance functions, supporting customers throughout Ireland.

As Ireland's leading Industrial Door and Dock Equipment company, we are continuing to grow and are now seeking a Payroll Administrator / Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented and proactive individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to the success of a growing business.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of weekly payroll and accounts payable activities, whilst supporting key finance processes across the business.

This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work to strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

Process weekly payroll and employee expenses accurately and on time.
Ensure payroll records are maintained in line with company procedures and statutory requirements.
Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and management.
Support payroll reporting and reconciliation activities.

Accounts Payable

Manage the accounts payable process from invoice receipt through to payment.
Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate supplier records.
Handle supplier queries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Prepare and reconcile supplier statements.

Finance Support

Assist with month-end processes, including:
- Accruals
- Prepayments
- Account reconciliations
Complete intercompany reconciliations.
Process and reconcile bank and credit card transactions.
Support general office administration activities.
Collaborate with departments across the business to improve systems and process efficiencies.
Undertake additional projects and reasonable duties as requested by the Financial Controller.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll and accounts payable within a busy, high-volume environment.
Strong understanding of payroll processes and accounts payable functions.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience using accounting and payroll software.
Knowledge of the Irish tax system.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

Experience using Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Payroll.
Previous experience within the construction or engineering sector.
A finance-related qualification or ongoing professional development.

What We Offer

Competitive salary.
Company Pension Scheme.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Career progression within a global organisation.
Incremental annual leave entitlement.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunity to be part of a market-leading business within the ASSA ABLOY Group.

Location

Our offices are located in Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, offering:

Easy access to major motorways.
Convenient public transport links.
Modern office facilities.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

Accounts Payable & Payroll Assistant

Benefits

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