Group Payroll Officer
Location: Co. Laois (Full-time, Permanent)
We are partnering with a well-established Irish manufacturing organisation to recruit a Group Payroll Officer. This role offers responsibility for managing payroll across ROI and NI, supporting 400+ employees in a busy, multi-site environment.
The Role
You will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Reporting to the Group HR Manager with a functional link to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in payroll operations while supporting HR and Finance teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Full payroll processing for 400+ employees across ROI & NI
* Ensure compliance with PAYE, PRSI, USC, NIC and statutory requirements
* Pension administration and liaising with providers
* Monthly reconciliations and payroll-related financial reporting
* Preparation and posting of payroll journals
* Handling payroll queries in a professional manner
* Supporting HR and Finance with reporting and audits
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation
About You
* Minimum 5 years' high-volume payroll experience, ideally in manufacturing or production
* Recognised payroll qualification (IPASS or equivalent) desirable
1. Strong understanding of ROI & NI payroll legislation
2. Proficiency in Excel, with Collsoft and Softworks experience an advantage
3. Detail-focused, confidential, and able to manage multiple priorities
4. Strong communication and problem-solving skills
What's on Offer
This is a permanent role offering stability, sector experience, and the opportunity to take ownership of group-wide payroll. Salary is competitive and will reflect experience.
If you have the skills and knowledge required for this role - please apply with your most recent CV to Bernadette Sisson for immediate consideration.
Skills
* Payroll
* Compliance
* Pensions
* Collsoft
* Softworks
* Excel
* Manufacturing
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