Senior Payroll Accounting Specialist (Global)
We are partnering with a leading global organisation to recruit a Senior Payroll Accounting Specialist to join their international finance team based in Cork. This role is hybrid with 3 days on site in the office in Cork.
This is a senior-level role offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment supporting payroll operations across approximately 40 countries.
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, Global Financial Solutions, you will take ownership of the administration, oversight, and auditing of payroll processes, with a strong focus on payroll accounting across multiple jurisdictions. You will collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery across EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and Canada.
Responsibilities
Partner with HR and external payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in line with local country requirements
Manage month-end payroll activities, including journal preparation, accrals, and balance sheet reconciliations
Take ownership of assigned countries, developing a deep understanding of local payroll and compliance requirements
Implement and maintain robust controls and reconciliations, ensuring all variances are identified and explained
Lead and facilitate payroll-related meetings, providing clear communication to stakeholders
Deliver accurate and timely reporting to internal stakeholders and external agencies
Oversee employee and payroll tax payments, ensuring full compliance with local statutory requirements
Maintain and enhance documentation, including process flows, procedures, and control frameworks
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll and accounting processes
Manage payroll queries via ticketing systems, ensuring timely resolution and documentation
Liaise with external providers on complex payroll scenarios (e.g., expatriates, international assignments)
Support internal and external audits, ensuring integrity and accuracy of payroll data
Contribute to project-related initiatives as required
Requirements
Strong experience in payroll accounting, including reconciliations and financial reporting
Proven experience managing or auditing multi-country payroll operations
Advanced proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel (essential)
Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Demonstrated experience in process improvement and optimisation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across global teams
Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
Skills
Payroll
Accounting
Journals
If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please get in touch with your CV today.
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