Payroll Specialist - Client/Bureau

About IRIS Software Group

IRIS Software Group ranks among the largest privately owned software providers in the UK, serving over 100,000 businesses, schools, and accountancy firms. Our solutions facilitate payroll for one out of every six employees in the UK, support more than 12,000 schools, and are trusted by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms. As a Great Place to Work® certified company, we prioritize well-being, inclusiveness, and professional growth while expanding quickly.

Role Overview

This position is part of our Paycheck Plus team inside the Managed Payroll Services division, responsible for executing payroll services on behalf of our clients across multiple organizations. This role involves handling real client payrolls with real accountability, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule every month.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for several Irish clients monthly.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with Irish regulations and GDPR.
• Calculate payroll components such as deductions, benefits, and produce necessary reports.
• Serve as the primary contact for client and employee payroll inquiries.
• Develop and nurture trustworthy relationships with assigned clients.
• Recommend and implement process improvements including efficiency and automation enhancements.
• Participate in broader projects like system upgrades and testing.

Qualifications and Experience

• IPASS accreditation or progress towards achieving it.
• Solid expertise processing Irish payrolls from start to finish.
• Experience managing multiple client payroll portfolios.
• Proficiency with Sage Micropay, payroll journal entries, CSO submissions, and employee benefits.
• Strong command of Excel and Outlook tools.
• High level of accuracy with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills maintaining professionalism and clarity.
• Ability to independently manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative team mentality with readiness to support colleagues.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Ownership and accountability for your own client accounts.
• Work within a structured payroll environment adhering to professional standards.
• Exposure to diverse clients and complex payroll scenarios.
• A supportive team familiar with payroll demands.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and organizational practices.
• Stability and career progression within a global software and services company.

Recruitment Process

We ensure a fair, transparent, and supportive hiring journey involving an initial application, a discussion with our Talent team, online assessments (including a 15-minute CCAT and a personality questionnaire), and a detailed technical and competency interview via MS Teams with the Paycheck Plus team. Adjustments during the process can be accommodated to ensure accessibility for all candidates.

Why Join Us?

• Your efforts contribute to managing payrolls affecting millions worldwide.
• We provide continual learning and growth prospects.
• We embrace diversity and empower all employees within an inclusive culture.