Payroll Associate

About ICON plc

ICON plc is a globally recognized healthcare intelligence and clinical research firm committed to accelerating the development of medicines and treatments. With a focus on integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion, ICON works closely with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, government, and public health sectors to improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Role Overview

The Payroll Associate position is based in Leopardstown, Dublin 18, Ireland. This role forms a vital part of the EMEA Payroll team within the Finance department, reporting to a Payroll Supervisor/Manager. The successful candidate will be entrusted with meeting strict deadlines and collaborating with various internal teams such as HR, Legal, and Finance, as well as external partners. Strong understanding of payroll systems and excellent communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll inputs and verification of trial and final payroll reports before salary disbursements.
• Implement internal controls to guarantee all monthly payroll changes are accurately captured and reconciled.
• Upload electronic payroll files and manually input payments into the banking system as required.
• Manage the Payroll mailbox, responding promptly to queries and maintaining organized records.
• Comply with all monthly and annual tax, pension, and regulatory requirements related to payroll.
• Deliver accurate and prompt reports to internal and external auditors.
• Collaborate within the Payroll team to optimize processes, maintain thorough documentation, and ensure SOX compliance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preferred experience with EMEA payroll operations.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Ability to effectively handle pressure and meet deadlines while managing a high volume of transactions.
• High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills to manage workload efficiently.

Employee Benefits

ICON values its employees as its greatest asset and fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. The company offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, which includes not only salary but also variable pay and recognition programs. Additionally, ICON provides a wide range of benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Various annual leave options.
• Health insurance plans catering to employees and their families.
• Competitive retirement planning benefits.
• Access to a Global Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 support from specialized professionals.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Flexible, country-specific perks such as childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, travel subsidies, and health assessments.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

ICON is dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified candidates receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request to ensure an accessible application process and work environment.

Additional Information

Candidates uncertain about meeting every qualification are encouraged to apply as there may be suitable opportunities within ICON. Current ICON employees should follow internal application procedures.