Payroll Administrator

Overview

The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for managing the entire payroll process, including both fortnightly and monthly cycles, utilizing the Core/Access payroll system as a key part of the HR team in Dublin.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate processing of all payroll elements including salaries, allowances, statutory taxes, and company deductions such as benefits, pension, private medical insurance, and subsidies.
• Submit payroll data securely to the Revenue Commissioners via the ROS platform.
• Manage payroll-related documentation including ERR submissions, gender pay gap reports, salary certificates, pension and healthcare reports, and social welfare filings.
• Analyze payroll inputs thoroughly, including processes involving new hires and terminations.
• Handle approvals and reconciliations adhering to all statutory and procedural guidelines.
• Collaborate proactively with departmental managers to ensure reliable communication and accurate payroll input data flow.
• Partner with Financial teams locally and regionally to produce cost reports and analyses for each pay cycle, supporting broader data analysis when necessary.
• Ensure precise month-end payroll processes and manage the quarterly submission of Central Statistics Office returns on time.
• Respond promptly to employee payroll queries and escalate issues appropriately.
• Assist the wider HR team with various ad-hoc tasks and projects as requested.
• Maintain GDPR compliance rigorously and uphold strict confidentiality regarding payroll and business-related information.

Requirements and Qualifications

• IPASS certification is mandatory.
• At least one year of experience in payroll management.
• Familiarity with Core Payroll systems is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel reporting skills.
• Excellent numerical aptitude and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines reliably and implement process-driven workflows.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster positive relationships.
• Capable of working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexibility, responsibility, and dedication to the role.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.