Emeis Ireland have an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional seeking to step up into a leadership role in a growing and supportive organisation, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to payroll operations and strategy.Principal Objective of Position:The Assistant Payroll Manager will support the Payroll Manager in the effective operation and administration of the payroll function across the organisation. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for all staff and contributes to system improvements, team supervision, and the ongoing integration of a centralised payroll structure. The role also involves supporting, guiding and training payroll team members both centrally and across individual sites.Key Responsibilities:1. Payroll Operations SupportAssist in the end-to-end payroll processing for multiple locationsVerify and reconcile payroll data including timesheets, salary changes, leave, benefit deductions and statutory paymentsEnsure accurate processing of starters, leavers and changes to employee recordsHelp maintain secure and up-to-date payroll files in compliance with data protection and statutory regulationsAssist with monthly, quarterly and annual payroll reporting to Finance and HR departmentsSupport KPI tracking and continuous performance monitoring of the payroll function2. Compliance & AuditKeep informed of changes in payroll legislation, tax, PRSI, USC, pension, and BIK regulationsAssist in preparing for and responding to internal and external auditsEnsure payroll activities comply with company policies and legal obligationsContribute to the implementation and maintenance of strong internal controls and segregation of duties3. Process & Systems SupportSupport the centralisation and streamlining of payroll processes across all entities.Contribute to the creation and ongoing maintenance of SOPs, internal templates, and checklists.Participate in payroll projects, including system upgrades, acquisitions, and integrations.Assist in troubleshooting issues and improving the effectiveness of payroll systems and workflows.4. Team Support & SupervisionSupervise and support site-based and central payroll staff in the day-to-day execution of their duties.Provide guidance, training, and quality control oversight to team members.Act as a key point of contact for escalated payroll queries.Deputise for the Payroll Manager during absences, including approvals and reporting responsibilities.Education & Experience:IPASS qualification required (or currently undertaking)Minimum of 2 years' experience in a payroll supervisory or team lead role3+ years' total experience in payroll, ideally in a multi-site or high-volume environmentExperience using Quantum Payroll System an advantageKnowledge of Timepoint or similar time and attendance systems desirableStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google SheetsProven knowledge of Irish payroll regulations, tax law, and statutory reportingCore Competencies:Excellent attention to detail and data accuracyStrong supervisory and people management skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data with integrityStrong organisational and time management skills with ability to meet strict deadlinesGood communicator with clear and professional interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively as part of a wider team and independently as requiredProblem-solver with a proactive, can-do attitudeINDHJob Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:Bike to work schemeEmployee assistance programOn-site parkingApplication question(s):Are you an EU citizen? No sponsorship opportunites are available at this timeExperience:Payroll: 3 years (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person