Accounts Assistant

About Us Smurfit WestRock is a global leader in sustainable paper-based packaging solutions, operating in over 40 countries with a workforce of more than 100,000 employees. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer excellence, we are proud to shape the future of packaging worldwide. Our Dublin plant, located in Horizon Logistics Park, is a key manufacturing site supporting our customer base across Ireland, UK, Europe and USA. We are committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. ________________________________________ Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team in Dublin. This is a broad accounts role with responsibility for assisting with the month end close, key transactional accounts tasks and processing weekly and monthly payroll for approximately 200 employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll operations, good numerical skills, and a collaborative attitude. Key Responsibilities Accounts (80%) Support the month-end close process, including posting Journals and maintaining the schedules for Accruals, Prepayments, Stock and Fixed Assets Prepare the monthly bank reconciliations and sales reports Maintain the balance sheets accounts reconciliation and upload the backup to accounts reconciliation tool - Blackline Prepare daily reports to support management team including sales and production volumes. Prepare VAT, PAYE and Instrstat Returns and upload returns to ROS Assist with internal and external audits Work with AR and AP team in invoice resolution Liaise with the central finance team for reporting and compliance Payroll (20%) Processing of weekly and monthly payroll for approx. 200 employees Ensure accurate capture of hours, leave, and variable pay elements Liaise with HR for employee changes (new starters, leavers, pay updates) Prepare monthly pension and union deduction schedules ________________________________________ Requirements 3+ years experience in accounting and payroll. Experience in processing payroll (weekly and / or monthly), ideally in a manufacturing or logistics environment Strong numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail Working knowledge of Irish payroll regulations and practices Proficiency with Excel( V-lookup, pivot table etc) and accounting / payroll systems Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAP, HFM, Blackline or similar) an advantage Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally ________________________________________ What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits A dynamic and supportive plant-based team environment Opportunity to gain exposure to both accounts and payroll operations Career development opportunities within a global packaging leader ________________________________________