Role
Hands‑on working manager accountable for end‑to‑end Ireland payroll delivery in an in‑house model using ADP GlobalView (SAP Payroll) for 2,000+ employees across a multi‑site unionised environment. Leads daily payroll operations through governance, review, approvals and troubleshooting, provides technical expertise on Irish statutory requirements and collective agreement rules, and partners closely with HR, Finance and site leadership to resolve issues, strengthen controls and deliver continuous process improvements.
Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end Ireland payroll delivery for a high‑volume, multi‑site population (2,000+)
Operate as a hands‑on working manager: manage the payroll cycle through governance, review and approvals, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure controls, segregation of duties and compliance with Irish statutory requirements and company policy
Supervise and coach remote, cross‑geo payroll team members, provide day‑to‑day guidance, subject‑matter expertise, and support onboarding of new hires; manage payroll calendars, interfaces and controls, and ensure accurate and timely issue resolution
Collaborate with HR, Finance, legal and site leaders to administer new shifts, premiums, and union agreements; drive root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement for payroll errors and recurring issues; maintain a customer‑first approach to employee inquiries
Travel to ADI sites to meet with Business Partners and HR colleagues, support onsite collaboration, and host employee drop‑in clinics
Prepare and deliver month‑end payroll‑related business and grant reporting, including validated payroll data, reconciliations, and supporting schedules, partnering with Finance for financial close, grant compliance and audit requirements
Serve as a key payroll partner in the ongoing Time and Attendance system implementation, providing oversight, strong knowledge of time and attendance processes, pay rules and system design to ensure accurate payroll integration and robust controls
Ensure compliance with Irish payroll legislation and requirements, including PAYE/USC/PRSI and statutory leave; oversee operational activities related to PAYE Modernisation and reporting via Revenue systems
Interpret and apply collective bargaining/union agreements to payroll processing, including overtime, shift differentials, allowances, leave and retroactive pay
Perform, document and evidence payroll controls (including SOX‑relevant controls), such as pre‑ and post‑payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and access/approval workflows; partner with internal and external auditors for walkthroughs, testing and timely remediation
Manage employee payroll inquiries and escalations with a customer‑first approach, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication
Prepare and deliver periodic payroll metrics and reporting, support Finance with accruals and management reporting requirements, and partner with HR, Benefits and local management on policy and operational changes impacting pay
Own payroll system administration and data governance for Ireland payroll within ADP GlobalView, coordinating master data changes, pay element configuration support, and management of key inbound/outbound interfaces (e.g., time and attendance, HR/benefits, GL) in partnership with HRIS/IT and vendors
Coordinate and execute end‑to‑end testing for payroll changes (ADP GlobalView / SAP updates, new pay elements, interfaces and process changes), including test scripting, parallel runs, regression testing and support through implementation and stabilisation
Lead or support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives, including standardisation, automation and documentation of procedures
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and 7+ years of Ireland payroll experience, including end‑to‑end payroll operations leadership, statutory compliance and payroll reporting in a high‑volume environment
IPASS Payroll certification is a plus
Experience delivering Ireland payroll in an in‑house model for 2,000+ employees across multiple sites
Demonstrated experience supporting payroll in a unionised environment and applying collective agreement rules to pay
Proven ability to operate as a hands‑on working manager—providing day‑to‑day leadership, technical guidance, issue escalation management, SOX/control ownership support, coaching and training (including onboarding of new hires), and stakeholder partnership—while maintaining accountability for payroll accuracy, timeliness and compliance
Proficiency in payroll applications and databases such as ADP GlobalView, SAP Payroll, UKG Dimensions, Kronos Workforce Central, Workday or Core HR
Strong systems and data proficiency, advanced Excel skills, high attention to detail, strong customer service orientation, and excellent written and verbal communication
Advanced skills in MS Excel, including pivots, V‑lookups and formulas; knowledge of macros is a plus
Exceptional customer service skills with a strong focus on client satisfaction
Export Licensing Information
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State – Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position—except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)—may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
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Job Details
Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift / Days
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