Senior Payroll Administrator

Company Overview

Xeinadin was founded in 2019 following a merger of leading business advisory and accountancy firms across the UK and Ireland. They focus on delivering trusted, locally relevant business advice to SMEs, emphasizing close-knit, collaborative relationships. With over 3000 colleagues in regional offices, the company leverages this collective expertise to drive growth and career opportunities.

Role Summary

The Senior Payroll Administrator role, based at the new South Dublin Cherrywood office, offers the chance to work with a diverse SME client portfolio. This permanent position involves managing established and growing payroll accounts within a supportive and flexible work environment. The ideal candidate will have solid payroll expertise gained in an Irish practice, be client-focused, and enthusiastic about serving SME clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for various clients across different sectors.
• Handle PAYE, PRSI, USC, and applicable pension deductions in compliance with Irish legislation.
• Manage Revenue submissions through ROS, ensuring adherence to PAYE Modernisation standards.
• Prepare and file payroll returns including monthly PAYE and year-end reports.
• Reconcile payroll data, liabilities, and submissions, resolving any inconsistencies.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll inquiries from clients, employees, and team members.
• Provide support, training, and oversight to junior payroll staff as needed.
• Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes, reporting, and operational workflows.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ payroll experience, preferably in an Irish accountancy practice environment servicing multiple industries.
• Strong team player with collaborative mindset.
• Relevant payroll qualifications such as IPASS and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Additional Information

• Working model: Hybrid arrangement.
• Salary: Competitive.
• Benefits include:

• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days based on seniority.
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra annual leave days (max 30 days).
• Business closure during Christmas period.
• Life assurance covering four times annual salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• 24/7 confidential employee assistance program.
• Corporate discounts platform.
• Flexible benefits platform offering optional insurances at corporate rates (dependent on seniority), including critical illness cover, cash plan, cycle to work scheme, eye care, and dental benefits (subject to exceptions and business needs).