Accounts and Payroll Manager S011745

Accounts and Payroll Manager

Location: Dublin 24

Salary €65k

Hybrid and flexible work environment

Reporting to Chief Executive Officer

Fantastic opportunity within a sporting organisation for someone to take over the finance function for this small/medium business based in South Dublin.

This is a stand alone role working closely with the executive team in a supportive environment.

Job Purpose

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Finance and Payroll Manager to manage and oversee financial operations and payroll processing. As a key member of the executive team, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, efficient payroll administration, and compliance with all relevant regulations. This role is ideal for an experienced finance professional looking to make a significant impact in a professional sports club environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

• Payroll Administration: Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, including salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to tax, accounting, and employment regulations.

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage invoicing, payments, and financial transactions.

• Financial Strategy: Provide insights to optimize costs, improve efficiency, and support business growth.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Head of Business Operations and CEO on all financial matters.

• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.

• Licensing Management: Responsible for financial submissions to both the governing bodies for competition licensing on an annual and quarterly basis

• Board Reporting: Preparation of financial reports and analysis for presentation at monthly /ad hoc board meetings

• Annual Accounts: Complete Annual Accounts and filing procedure with external auditor

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent is a plus).

• Proven experience in finance and payroll management, preferably in a small business setting with outsourced payroll knowledge – ideally 5+ years‘ experience

• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, accounting software (SAGE), and tax regulations.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to financial accuracy.

• An interest in football is beneficial although not a requirement.

For more information please send your CV to Carol in confidence through the link.

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