Part Time Payroll & HR, Co Meath

Leinster Appointments Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Leinster Appointments Ltd in Meath is seeking a Part Time Payroll & HR specialist for 3 days per week. The role covers Irish and UK payroll, HR administration, and compliance across European jurisdictions.

Responsibilities include payroll processing, liaising with providers, VAT returns, onboarding/offboarding, and managing benefits and expenses, with a pro rata salary €40,000-€45,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Proven knowledge of Irish and UK payroll legislation essential.
• Ability to liaise with outsourced payroll providers for European employees desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process Irish and UK monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Oversee outsourced payroll across European jurisdictions, ensuring compliance.
• Submit payroll-related returns and filings to relevant authorities on time (e.g. Pensions, benefits reporting).
• Post payroll journals into the finance system.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and management.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns for group.

Skills

Payroll processing

Irish payroll

UK payroll

Attention to detail

Education

Payroll qualification

Accounting background

Tools

HR Locker

Payroll software

VAT returns

Job description

Part Time Payroll & HR (3 days per week)

Location: Co Meath (Office based)

HR/Payroll Specialist– Stamullen, Co Meath, Ireland – Part-time - Permanent contract (office based role)

Role reports to the Head of Finance

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an innovative, progressive, and fast-growing company

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Finance

• Prepare and process Irish and UK monthly payroll accurately and on time ensuring it complies with statutory obligations.
• Oversee outsourced payroll across European jurisdictions, ensuring compliance through liaison with payroll providers.
• Submit payroll-related returns and filings to relevant authorities on time (e.g. Pensions, benefits reporting).
• Post payroll journals into the finance system .
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and management.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of Vat returns for group.

Staff Expenses & Benefits

• Manage staff expense claims and reimbursements, ensuring company and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure accurate coding and postings of staff expenses and compliance to vat rules.
• Administer employee benefits including pensions, health insurance, and bonus programs.
• Coordinate company car leases, renewals, and associated documentation.

Employee Lifecycle

• Manage onboarding processes including contracts, inductions, and benefits enrolment.
• Support offboarding by preparing leaver documentation, benefit terminations, and exit processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HR Locker and payroll systems.

HR & Compliance Suppor

• Act as the first point of contact for HR and payroll queries.
• Support HR initiatives and employee engagement activities.
• Prepare HR, payroll, and compliance reports as required.
• Maintain personnel records, distributor confidentiality agreement and rebate agreement
• Liaise with external payroll providers, benefits providers, and auditors.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations

The Person

Required qualifications and experience:
Minimum 3yrs relevant experience required and qualification desirable.
Proven knowledge of Irish and UK payroll legislation essential.
Ability to liaise with and oversee outsourced payroll providers for European employees desirable
Strong understanding of PAYE, pensions, benefits reporting, and statutory returns.

Key personal skills

• Excellent People ills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
• Highly analytical with great attention to detail
• Fact based and Process driven
• Flexible, able to manage and handle constant change.
• Great communication and organisation skills
• A team player who can work cross-functionally to best support customers and colleagues
• Ability to handle confidential issues, with tact and diplomacy

The Package

Salary €40,000-45,000 pro rata for part time