EMEA Payroll Lead: Transform & Optimize Across Regions

Michael Page International (Ireland) Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (Ireland) Limited is seeking an experienced EMEA Payroll Lead to manage end-to-end payroll processes across multiple countries. The role involves collaboration with internal teams and external providers to ensure timely submission and reporting, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining GDPR-compliant data handling.

The successful candidate will stay current with local tax laws and employment regulations, prepare audit reports, and drive process improvements to enhance

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll operations across multiple countries.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (ADP) and local regulations within the EMEA region.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage relationships with internal teams and external payroll providers.
• Proficiency with payroll software and financial reporting tools.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes across multiple EMEA countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to ensure timely payroll submission and reporting.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and address queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local tax laws and employment regulations impacting payroll.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports for internal and external audits.
• Implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the finance team with payroll budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure data confidentiality and compliance with GDPR requirements.

Skills

ADP

EMEA payroll

GDPR

Vendor management

Financial reporting

Multi-country payroll

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Michael Page International (Ireland) Limited is seeking an experienced EMEA Payroll Lead to manage end-to-end payroll processes across multiple countries. The role involves collaboration with internal teams and external providers to ensure timely submission and reporting, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining GDPR-compliant data handling.

The successful candidate will stay current with local tax laws and employment regulations, prepare audit reports, and drive process improvements to enhance