Accounts Payable Specialist

A well-established organisation in County Kildare is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its finance team on a full-time basis. This role is suited to a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across departments. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing supplier payments, maintaining financial accuracy and supporting continuous improvement within the finance function. Strong ERP systems experience and excellent organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are approved, coded, posted and paid accurately and efficiently
• Review and reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner
• Prepare and process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payment runs
• Monitor aged payables and proactively address outstanding balances
• Support supplier onboarding, master data maintenance and due diligence procedures
• Assist with month-end, bi-monthly and year-end reporting requirements, including VAT and other statutory returns
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, accounting policies and regulatory obligations
• Identify process improvements and help strengthen financial and operational controls
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to support smooth financial operations
• Assist with internal and external audits, compliance reviews and reporting requirements

Desired Attributes

• Relevant qualification in finance, accounting or business
• Experience working with ERP systems 
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and procure-to-pay processes
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Proactive, team-oriented approach with strong problem-solving ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
• Awareness of cybersecurity and fraud prevention procedures within finance functions

Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

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Financial Controller

We are currently seeking a commercially focused and highly analytical Financial Controller to join a growing finance function on a fixed-term basis. This role is based at a regional head office location and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute at a senior level within a dynamic, multi-entity professional services environment.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract and plays a central role in ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong financial governance, and full regulatory compliance. The position combines detailed financial analysis with clear, effective communication to senior stakeholders and requires a proactive individual who can work collaboratively across the business to deliver meaningful financial insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
• Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies and internal controls in line with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Monitor costs, analyse performance trends, and identify risks and opportunities to improve efficiency and financial outcomes
• Coordinate year-end financial processes and reporting across business units, ensuring timely completion
• Ensure all statutory, regulatory, and compliance obligations are met accurately and on time
• Manage audits and tax reviews, acting as the key finance contact for external advisors
• Lead and develop the finance team, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation, providing trusted financial support and insight

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience
• Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level within a multi-entity organisation
• Strong background in statutory reporting, audit preparation, and financial controls
• Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in finance transformation or systems implementation is advantageous

This role will suit someone motivated by impact, ownership, and the opportunity to support business performance through high-quality financial leadership.

Why Choose Clark?
Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now

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Accounts Assistant

An established and highly regarded professional services organisation is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its growing finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional to gain broad exposure within a structured, supportive, and values-driven environment.

The successful candidate will support day-to-day financial operations, with a particular focus on accounts payable and internal financial processes. This position suits someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and motivated to develop their career within a professional services setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice processing and verification
• Support daily financial operations across the finance function
• Resolve supplier and internal queries accurately and in a timely manner
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and controls
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple teams and locations
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and systems

Desired Attributes & Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
• Part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA) or actively pursuing a professional qualification is an advantage
• 1–2 years’ experience in a finance or accounts role
• Previous exposure to accounts payable is beneficial
• Experience within a professional services or multi-entity environment is advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and accounting systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Clear communicator with a proactive, helpful approach
• A genuine interest in supporting people and working as part of a team

Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now.
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Payroll Specialist

This role sits within a well-established outsourced payroll function delivering high-quality payroll services to a diverse client portfolio. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, client support, and ensuring full legislative compliance. The role also contributes to the development of junior team members and supports continuous improvement initiatives across the payroll function.

Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Process end-to-end payrolls for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full legislative compliance.
• Calculate and input payroll data including new hires, leavers, statutory deductions, benefits, and adjustments.
• Ensure strict adherence to payroll deadlines, including Revenue submissions (RPNs, PSRs) and PAYE/PRSI/USC payments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, and employment requirements.
• Support process streamlining and initiatives to reduce payroll cycle times.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a primary point of contact for assigned payroll clients, responding to queries and providing professional advice.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve payroll issues in a timely and accurate manner.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and regional offices to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support the onboarding of new payroll clients, ensuring accurate setup and smooth transition.

Teamwork & Development

• Review payroll work completed by junior team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support the coaching and development of junior colleagues through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Contribute to a positive, client-focused, and high-performing team culture.
• Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Support payroll system updates, testing, and process enhancements.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and service improvement.
• Participate in team and departmental projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines.

Experience & Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ payroll experience, ideally in an outsourced environment.
• IPASS qualification is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.
• Ready to take the next step? Apply now

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Payroll Manager

The Senior Payroll Manager is a key leadership role within a multi-client payroll environment. This position is responsible for leading payroll managers and specialist teams while ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of outsourced payroll services. The Senior Payroll Manager will combine people leadership, operational oversight, client engagement, and strategic contribution, with a strong focus on service quality, continuous improvement, and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Payroll Managers and Payroll Specialists, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and client-focused culture.
• Drive performance management, employee engagement, and succession planning across the payroll function.
• Oversee the delivery of multiple outsourced payrolls, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and agreed service levels.
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll matters and maintain oversight of a portfolio of key clients.
• Build and sustain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and senior point of contact.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across operations, HR, IT, and leadership to ensure seamless payroll delivery.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the payroll offering, supporting growth, innovation, and service enhancement.
• Lead and support payroll projects, including system implementations, automation initiatives, and compliance-driven change.
• Monitor operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement in efficiency and service quality.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, and commercial activity, including client proposals and pricing input.

Experience & Qualifications

• 8–10 years’ payroll experience, including 3–5 years in a senior payroll leadership role.
• Proven experience managing outsourced, multi-client payroll services.
• Expert knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance, and best practice.
• Strong people leadership and senior stakeholder management capability.
• Commercially astute with a strong client service focus.
• Third-level qualification in Payroll, HR, Finance, or a related discipline.
• IPASS qualification is essential.

Why Choose Clark?
Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now

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Part Qualified Accountant

A growing professional services organisation based in Kilkenny is seeking a Newly Qualified or Part-qualified Accountant to join its team in the Kilkenny area. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant to progress their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders and experienced colleagues, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting and advisory activities. The role involves supporting a diverse client portfolio and contributing to the continued development and success of the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing financial statements and related tax computations for a variety of client entities
• Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies
• Completing accounts for sole traders and partnerships
• Preparing VAT returns and carrying out bank reconciliations
• Responding to client queries and providing clear, practical support

Candidate Profile

• Newly qualified or exam finalist accountant (ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
• A minimum of one year’s relevant accounting experience
• Strong technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Commercially aware and committed to delivering a high standard of client service
• Motivated to learn, develop and build a long-term career

Why Choose Clark?
Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now

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Finance Business Partner

We are seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join a high-performing Finance team. Reporting to the Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, this role plays a key part in delivering insightful financial analysis, robust reporting, and strategic support across multiple business units. You will act as a trusted partner to operational and commercial teams, helping to drive performance, efficiency, and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior stakeholders to influence and support business performance and decision-making
• Provide high-quality financial insight, analysis, and constructive challenge to drive efficiency and value for money
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
• Deliver accurate monthly reporting, including P&L, KPIs, and performance analysis for senior leadership review
• Lead on balance sheet management, reconciliations, and trial balance integrity
• Support audit processes, statutory reporting, governance, and tax compliance requirements
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to finance transformation initiatives
• Build strong cross-functional relationships across the organisation

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA)
• 3–5 years post-qualification experience; prior business partnering experience is advantageous
• Strong financial analysis, modelling, and numerical skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting systems (SUN desirable but not essential)
• Strong problem-solving ability with a curious and commercially aware mindset
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented, proactive, and comfortable challenging constructively

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to develop their business partnering capability in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Accounting Technician

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Technician to join a well-established, client-focused accounting team. The role involves managing the full bookkeeping cycle across a portfolio of clients in a busy, multi-client environment. You will work directly with clients, providing accurate financial reporting, VAT and compliance support.
This position suits an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Technician who can work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent attention to detail, and confidence managing multiple deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.
• Process and reconcile bank, credit card, and petty cash transactions
• Submit VAT returns and other tax filings
• Maintain accurate client records in various accounting systems
• Communicate directly with clients to collect information, clarify queries, and deliver reports
• Ensure all work meets internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Monitor deadlines and proactively manage workload priorities across multiple clients

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in a similar role
• IT literate
• Familiarity with payroll platforms (e.g., Payday)
• Experience across a variety of industries and business sizes an advantage
• Proven ability to handle multiple client deadlines in a busy environment

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset
• Trustworthy, discreet, and comfortable working with sensitive information
• Adaptable to different clients’ needs, sectors, and systems

Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We’re with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now.
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