Payroll Specialist

Overview

Our client, an Accountancy firm based in Kerry, Ireland, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to oversee the execution of precise, compliant, and timely payroll operations, while supporting clients and enhancing payroll processes. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a hybrid working arrangement—three days on-site in the office and two days working remotely each week.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing payroll procedures ensuring compliance with Irish payroll laws and Revenue regulations.
• Calculating payroll accurately, including statutory charges, pensions, and deductions.
• Offering payroll guidance on areas such as PAYE, PRSI, USC, Benefits in Kind (BIK), Employment Regulations Reporting (ERR), redundancy, and statutory leave.
• Maintaining strong professional relationships with clients and promptly addressing their payroll inquiries.
• Leading and mentoring the payroll team, keeping track of deadlines and quality standards.
• Driving improvements in payroll processes, controls, and cloud-based payroll systems.
• Assisting with the effective onboarding of new payroll clients and overseeing payroll profitability metrics.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive Irish payroll expertise, preferably gained at an accountancy practice or payroll bureau.
• Comprehensive understanding of Irish payroll regulations and legal requirements.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• IPASS qualification is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary between [45,000-55,000] Euros
• Pension plan and life assurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Professional membership fees covered along with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) support.