EMEA Payroll Administrator

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Onsite meals (breakfast & lunch)

Annual leave 22 days

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Dublin is seeking Payroll professionals to manage end-to-end payroll for multiple European entities. The role involves accurate, compliant monthly payroll processing and close collaboration with HR, Finance and external payroll partners.

Onsite with benefits and a fast-paced finance team, you will ensure timely salary payments and pension contributions meet regulatory standards. The successful candidate will have 2–7 years payroll experience, an IPASS qualification, strong

Qualifications

• 2–7 years within a medium or large organisation with payroll experience.
• IPASS qualification.
• Strong knowledge and experience of Irish payroll.
• EMEA payroll advantageous.
• Experience dealing with external payroll providers advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 800+ employees across Ireland, UK, Netherlands and Germany monthly.
• Ensure monthly tax, pension and compliance requirements are met.
• Maintain HR database up to date.
• Support new starters and leavers data entry and documentation.
• Reconcile monthly changes and explain any differences to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with CFO and external providers on expatriate payroll treatment.
• Handle Benefits in Kind adjustments in monthly cycles.
• Respond to payroll queries promptly to ensure a seamless payroll experience.

Skills

Irish payroll

Payroll processing

Data accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

IPASS qualification

Job description

Payroll IRL EMEA-Dublin 1 We are looking for bright Payroll professionals who are looking to take that next step in their career trajectory and enhance their payroll experience. This is a very exciting, hands on opportunity within a fast paced payroll function, collaborating closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll and pension partners. Your focus will be delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services for multiple European entities, ensuring all salary payments and pension contributions meet regional tax and regulatory standards. Overseeing the end to end monthly payroll cycle and acting as a point of coordination for both internal teams and external specialists. Good To Know: Located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, accessible via Dublin Bus and Luas Lines. Onsite gym Onsite breakfast and lunch located in offices canteen. Fantastic opportunity to be a part of a reputable, fast paced, and dynamic finance team. Onsite 22 days Annual Leave (Pro rata) Salary: DOE strong salary package €45,00-€60,000 Contract: 6 month FTC

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure that payroll is processed and paid for more than 800 employees across several entities in Ireland, UK, Netherlands, and Germany monthly.
• Ensuring that all monthly and annual tax, pension, and compliance requirements are met.
• Make sure the HR databaseis up to date.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll administration, managing all data entry for new starters and processing leaver documentation
• Ensuring sufficient controls are in place and are implemented to capture monthly changes and that any differences are reconciled and explained.
• Working with the CFO and external providers regarding specific payroll treatment for any expatriate employees.
• Process all Benefit in Kind (BIK) adjustments, ensuring they are accurately reflected in monthly payroll cycles.
• Act as a key support resource by managing employee payroll queries professionally and promptly, ensuring a first-class, seamless payroll experience

Person Specifications & Experience Required:

• 2-7 years within a medium or large organisation with payroll experience; professional services experience is an advantage.
• IPASS qualification
• Strong knowledge and experience of Irish payroll.
• EMEA payroll advantageous
• Experience dealing with external payroll providers advantageous.
• Strong and confident communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to organize and work with large volumes of data.

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