Payroll Administrator

ALS; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary progression

VHI Health Insurance after 1 year

Pension Scheme after 1 year

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ALS in Loughrea is seeking a proactive Payroll Administrator to join our team. You will process payroll from start to finish, maintain accurate records and ensure employees are paid on time while delivering a professional service across the business.

The role requires experience with Sage 50 Payroll and advanced Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with HR and Finance to maintain payroll data integrity.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll administration or payroll processing experience.
• Proactive and detail-focused with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish accurately and on time.
• Maintain and update payroll records with high accuracy.
• Use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel to manage processing, reporting, and data analysis.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees, managers, and auditors.
• Support employee engagement with a responsive payroll service.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiency.
• Assist with payroll administration and reporting activities.

Skills

Payroll processing

Sage 50 Payroll

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Sage 50 Payroll

Excel

Job description

Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Loughrea

About the Role

• We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join our team.
• This is an excellent opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, collaboration, and employee experience are at the heart of what they do.
• As part of the payroll team, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while delivering a professional and supportive service across the business.
• We are looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys problem solving, and is confident building positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish accurately and efficiently within agreed deadlines
• Maintain and update payroll records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel to manage payroll processing, reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis
• Respond professionally and proactively to payroll queries from employees, managers, stakeholders, and auditors
• Support employee engagement by delivering a responsive and customer-focused payroll service
• Work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data integrity
• Follow payroll procedures and controls to maintain compliance and operational efficiency
• Assist with payroll administration and reporting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute ideas to enhance efficiency and employee experience
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function
• Previous payroll administration or payroll processing experience
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll is essential
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence handling payroll data and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• A collaborative team player who is motivated to deliver excellent service to employees and stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary progression
• Group Discount and contribution to VHI Health Insurance, after 1 year of service
• Opportunity to join our corporate Pension Scheme with regular contributions from the company, after 1 year of service
• Free onsite parking
• Access to the Company Employee Assistance Program