Finance and Administration Manager

I am seeking on behalf of my Kildare based client a dynamic Finance & Administration Manager to take ownership of their day-to-day finance function whilst supporting HR and office administration. This pivotal, hands-on role sits at the heart of their business operations and is perfect for an experienced finance professional who thrives in a multi-faceted environment. The ideal candidate will be confident managing day-to-day financial activities while supporting people operations and ensuring smooth office administration

Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounts

Oversee daily financial operations including AP/AR, cash flow management, and bank reconciliations
Manage monthly management accounts in collaboration with external accountants
Process VAT returns, payroll submissions (Ireland and UK), and assist with year-end procedures
Liaise with external stakeholders including accountants, tax advisors, payroll providers, and banks
Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
Maintain compliance with Irish and UK tax, accounting, and financial regulations

HR & People Operations

Manage complete employee lifecycle from recruitment through to offboarding
Maintain accurate and compliant HR records for Ireland and UK operations
Support employee engagement, wellbeing, and team culture initiatives
Coordinate staff training programmes, policies, and performance support activities

Office & Business Operations

Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations including supplies, systems, IT liaison, and facilities
Coordinate meetings, internal communications, travel arrangements, and company events
Provide administrative and executive support to CEO and senior leadership team
Maintain accurate company documentation aligned to regulatory and operational standards

Essential Requirements

Proven experience in a finance-focused role, ideally within a growing SME environment
Strong working knowledge of Irish payroll, tax, and accounting practices
Comfortable managing payroll, financial reporting, and operational compliance
Experience managing HR and general office administration
High attention to detail, confidentiality, and ownership mentality
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills
Competent with Microsoft Office and modern cloud-based tools (Excel, Teams, etc.)

Part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience (ACCA, ACA, CPA, IATI)
Experience with ERP or accounting platforms such as Oracle NetSuite
Background in HR/payroll administration or relevant certification

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their expertise whilst making a significant impact in a growing organisation. Join my client's collaborative team and help drive their continued success.

For more information, contact Niamh Flynn on 045 881 888 or email niamh@clark.ie

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