Payroll Executive (HR Operations)

TL;DR

Payroll Executive (HR Operations): Delivering managed payroll services to clients with an accent on accuracy, legal compliance, and client relationship management. Focus on managing full-cycle Irish payroll, handling complex statutory queries, and optimizing process efficiencies.

Location: Hybrid; Minimum of 1 day in the office in Ireland; other 4 days are flexible on working from home or office.

Company

Leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with global reach.

What you will do

• Plan and deliver client payrolls within agreed deadlines, ensuring high accuracy and validation of data.
• Handle routine and complex customer queries regarding payroll and HR issues, liaising with internal and external contacts like the Tax Office.
• Manage all aspects of Tax Year end processing and prepare employees' compensation using payroll software.
• Deputise for the Operations Team Manager, providing guidance to the team and supporting performance management.
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure all payroll delivery meets governance, legal, and GDPR compliance standards.

Requirements

• Experience in a volume-based payroll operations environment (in-house or bureau).
• Essential: Irish payroll experience.
• IPASS qualified or in the process of becoming qualified.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Irish payroll legislation and changes.
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to spot numerical errors under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills for managing a high volume of queries.

Nice to have

• UK payroll experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic hybrid work environment with flexible options.
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with the ability to buy an additional 5 days.
• Pension (6% matched) and medical healthcare (employee or cash option).
• Workation: possibility to work from any hirify.global EU location for 4 weeks per year.
• Learning and career growth through individual development plans and professional training.