Senior Payroll Associate - Fixed Term Contract

Senior Payroll Associate - Fixed Term Contract

My client is seeking aSenior Payroll Associate to join their Dublin team and play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant, and high-quality payroll services.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you'll collaborate closely with HR, Finance, Compensation & Benefits, and other key partners. You'll work side by side with the existing Senior Payroll Associate to deliver seamless payroll operations, continuous improvement, and a first-class employee experience.

This position is being offered on a 6 month contract basis with a strong possibility of permanency thereafter. Ideally you will be available to start immediately (or with a short notice period)

Responsibilities:

• Manage high-volume weekly and monthly payroll cycles
• Ensure accuracy and compliance under tight deadlines
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors
• Handle payroll queries with a customer-first mindset
• Support audits, reconciliations, and statutory reporting
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives

Key Requirements:

• 3+ years' payroll experience in Ireland (multinational preferred)
• Strong knowledge of payroll, tax, and compliance
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
• Experience with Workday / Softworks (a plus)
• Prior experience with third-party payroll providers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach

Interested candidates should send their CV to