Your new company
Your new company is a well-established global firm with operations in Ireland, offering financial services and support functions across various business areas. The Irish offices contribute to broader regional and international activities. The company offers a hybrid model, with days in the office being Tues/Weds/Thurs.
Your new role
* Perform daily payroll activities to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll production, including complex and year-end processes.
* Review payroll adjustment requests for proper authorisation and compliance with policies and legislation; advise on corrective actions and record monthly payroll metrics.
* Respond to payroll queries across all levels of the organisation, explaining pay details and the impact of policies, tax law, and regulatory changes.
* Analyse and improve payroll policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with employment tax and payroll-related laws.
* Collaborate with vendors and review payroll systems/applications to ensure accurate implementation of changes; participate in system testing and payroll-related projects.
* Prepare and monitor payroll tax and general ledger accounts; reconcile discrepancies and advise Finance on appropriate accounting transactions.
* Research and monitor legislative changes affecting payroll to ensure compliance.
* Manage vendor relationships in line with corporate standards.
* Act as a subject-matter expert, coach, and reviewer for other team members; provide backup support across payroll activities.
* Represent the payroll department in cross-functional meetings.
What you'll need to succeed
* Several years of payroll experience, ideally across multiple countries within the EMEA region.
* Strong knowledge of payroll processing, reconciliation, and general ledger accounting.
* High attention to detail and ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
* Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement.
* Understanding of HR and Finance functions and their impact on payroll operations.
What you'll get in return
This role offers the opportunity to work with a well-established organisation on a long-term contract, gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You'll be part of a high-performing team, contributing to impactful projects and expanding your expertise in payroll operations. While formal benefits are not included, the daily rate reflects the seniority and scope of the position.
What you need to do now
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