Group Payroll Specialist
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- Co Laois
- €40,000-60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job type Permanent
Location Laois
Salary € 40,000-60,000The RoleGroup Payroll SpecialistLaois - PermanentSalary: €40,000 - €50,000Office Based RoleMy client is seeking to appoint an experienced Group Payroll Specialist on a permanent basis.Candidates will need to have a strong payroll background with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.Experience processing both a ROI and UK Payroll would be a distinct advantageExperience using Collsoft and Softworks would also be an advantage.A good working knowledge of Excel is required for this role.Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-end processing of payroll for 400 + employees across ROI and NI
- Ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of wages, salaries, taxes, and contributions
- Maintain and update payroll records in accordance with legal and audit requirements
- Submit all statutory returns (PAYE, PRSI, USC, NIC, etc.) accurately and on time
- Calculate and process Benefits-in-Kind (BIK) in line with current legislation
- Administer company pension schemes, including processing contributions and liaising with providers
- Assist with monthly payroll reconciliations, and support the preparation of payroll-related financial reports
- Liaise with the Finance team to prepare and post payroll journals
- Handle employee queries in a professional and timely manner
- Liaise with HR and Finance to ensure smooth integration of data and reporting
- Prepare payroll-related reports and analytics for management and finance teams
- Maintain up-to-date payroll legislation and employment law across ROI and NI
- Support internal and external payroll audits
- Commit to continuous learning through active participation in training and development
- Support the HR and Finance teams with ad hoc duties and projects as required
- Minimum 5 years' experience in high-volume payroll processing, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment
- Hold a recognised payroll qualification such as IPASS (or equivalent) desirable
- Proven experience processing payroll in both ROI and NI
- Experience using Collsoft (Payroll) and Softworks (Time Management System)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; confident liaising with various teams
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Experience supporting operations across multiple sites
- Proven ability to work with busy departments simultaneously
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail is critical to success in this role