Hays·22 days ago
22 days ago
Payroll Specialist Fixed Term contract
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What you'll do
- End-to-end payroll processing for assigned countries.
- Validating payroll inputs, calculations, and outputs prior to approval.
- Processing payroll changes including new hires, terminations, salary amendments, bonuses, benefits, overtime, and leave.
- Managing payroll calendars, cut-off dates, and statutory deadlines.
- Acting as a key point of contact for employees, HR, Finance, and external payroll providers.
- Ensuring compliance with local payroll legislation, tax, and social security requirements.
- Supporting internal and external payroll audits.
- Preparing payroll reports, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Supporting month-end and year-end payroll activities.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements and supporting payroll transitions and system enhancements.
- Providing guidance and support to payroll team members where required.
What they're looking for
- Some exposure to payroll, ideally within a multinational or shared services environment
- Advanced Excel skills and experience using payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP, or similar.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- A high level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail.
- A third-level qualification in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Nice to have
- Payroll qualifications such as IPASS, CIPP, or equivalent would be an advantage.
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Your new company
A global technology company committed to creating a more resourceful world through innovative energy, water, and gas management solutions. Operating across international markets, they partner with utilities and cities to protect and manage essential resources for today and future generations.
Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
What you'll get in return
A competitive salary of €50,000 - €60,000 depending on experience.
Hybrid working arrangements.
Pension scheme.
Health insurance.
Study support and professional development opportunities.
On-site parking.
The opportunity to work within a global organisation committed to sustainability and innovation.
Excellent career progression opportunities within a multinational finance and payroll environment.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Michael in Hays on 0863406132.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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#1127180 - Michael McCarthy
A global technology company committed to creating a more resourceful world through innovative energy, water, and gas management solutions. Operating across international markets, they partner with utilities and cities to protect and manage essential resources for today and future generations.
As part of its Global Business Services team based in Cork, my client is seeking a Senior Payroll Coordinator to join a dynamic and growing payroll function. This hybrid opportunity offers the chance to work within a multinational environment while contributing to global payroll operations and continuous process improvements.
Your new role
As Payroll Specialist, you will be part of a team responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll across designated countries and entities.
Key responsibilities include:
- End-to-end payroll processing for assigned countries.
- Validating payroll inputs, calculations, and outputs prior to approval.
- Processing payroll changes including new hires, terminations, salary amendments, bonuses, benefits, overtime, and leave.
- Managing payroll calendars, cut-off dates, and statutory deadlines.
- Acting as a key point of contact for employees, HR, Finance, and external payroll providers.
- Ensuring compliance with local payroll legislation, tax, and social security requirements.
- Supporting internal and external payroll audits.
- Preparing payroll reports, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Supporting month-end and year-end payroll activities.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements and supporting payroll transitions and system enhancements.
- Providing guidance and support to payroll team members where required.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Some exposure to payroll, ideally within a multinational or shared services environment
- Advanced Excel skills and experience using payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP, or similar.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- A high level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail.
- A third-level qualification in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Payroll qualifications such as IPASS, CIPP, or equivalent would be an advantage.
What you'll get in return
A competitive salary of €50,000 - €60,000 depending on experience.
Hybrid working arrangements.
Pension scheme.
Health insurance.
Study support and professional development opportunities.
On-site parking.
The opportunity to work within a global organisation committed to sustainability and innovation.
Excellent career progression opportunities within a multinational finance and payroll environment.
If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for your next challenge within an international organisation, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your career.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Michael in Hays on 0863406132.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
#LI-DNI
#1127180 - Michael McCarthy
Company
Hays
Cork, Ireland
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