Payroll Officer (Grade V) - Cork Our Cork-based client is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll Officer to join their Finance Department. This is a permanent, full-time position responsible for the effective delivery of an accurate and efficient fortnightly payroll. We are looking for a candidate who thrives in a high-volume environment and maintains a \"can-do\" approach to meeting strict deadlines. Working Model & Remuneration Salary: €50,000 - €62,485 (DOE). Probation: 5 days per week on-site in Cork. Post-Probation: Hybrid model (4 days on-site / 1 day remote). Hours: 70 hours per fortnight. Key Responsibilities Full Cycle Payroll: Manage the end-to-end preparation and processing of fortnightly payroll in accordance with National Financial Regulations and statutory requirements. Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Revenue, Department of Social Protection, and Payment of Wages Act, including payroll modernisation obligations. Data Management: Maintain payroll tables (salary scales, PRSI rates) and manage staff records, including new hires, terminations, and pensioners. Statutory Payments: Monitor and integrate illness benefit, maternity leave, and paternity leave payments with the payroll system. Reporting: Prepare and issue fortnightly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reports and KPIs. Audit Support: Support internal and external payroll audits and implement recommendations in a timely manner. Queries & Advice: Serve as the primary point of contact for staff payroll queries, providing clear advice on tax credit certificates and DSP claims. Requirements (Essential) Experience: Minimum 5+ years of professional experience processing high-volume payroll. Education: Level 6 qualification (or higher) in Payroll, Accountancy, or Business. Professional Certification: IPASS Certificate in Payroll Techniques or IPASS Professional Payroll Manager Technical Skills: Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in payroll processing software. Analytical Skills: Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail. Communication: Fluent in English with strong interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues at all levels. Additional Information Driving Licence: A full clean \"B\" class Irish Driving Licence is desirable. Health: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination. Tenure: This is a permanent, full-time post. Skills: Payroll Benefits: Work From Home