Payroll Specialist

Posted 10 days 12 hours ago by Sigmar Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Job Description
Payroll Specialist About Your New Employer
  • Join a reputable and growing organisation with a strong presence in Ireland and a supportive team culture.
  • Experience exposure to diverse clients, industries, and payroll processes.
  • Opportunity to develop professionally in a company committed to continuous improvement and employee development.
  • Can be based in Kells, South Dublin or Cavan with hybrid working.
About Your New Job

As the Payroll Specialist, you will:

  • Accurately collect, validate, and process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients.
  • Verify time & attendance, overtime, leave, and statutory entitlements.
  • Apply PAYE, USC, PRSI, pensions, benefits, and garnishments for gross-to-net calculations.
  • Ensure payroll compliance with Irish legislation, Revenue requirements, and sector-specific rules.
  • Handle payroll queries and anomalies, providing clear explanations to clients.
  • Prepare payroll reports, summaries, journals, and perform reconciliations for client accountants.
  • Support year-end processes, including P60 equivalents, balancing statements, and Revenue submissions.
  • Participate in continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and updating SOPs.
  • Maintain and update payroll systems (Sage Payroll).
  • Reconcile payroll data with client finance teams.
  • Manage statutory leave calculations (maternity, paternity, parental, sick pay).
  • Prepare and file statutory returns (PAYE Modernisation submissions).
  • Support payroll audits and compliance checks.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and data security.
  • Keep up to date with payroll legislation and best practices.
What Skills You Need
  • 2-4 years' payroll experience (practice environment preferred).
  • IPASS qualification or equivalent desirable.
  • Experience with multi-entity or multi-jurisdiction payroll a strong advantage.
  • Strong understanding of Irish employment law and Revenue requirements.
What's on Offer
  • €40,000 + Benefiits
  • Opportunity for progression and further training (IPASS, industry certifications)
  • Flexible working options and a supportive work environment