Payroll Administrator

MTM Engineering Ltd; Slane; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MTM Engineering is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll across Ireland, Europe and the UK. You'll manage employee time, attendance, payroll data, annual leave and benefits within the MTM Group Finance team.

You'll process payroll for multiple jurisdictions, resolve queries, ensure compliance with deadlines and statutory requirements, and collaborate with HR to maintain data integrity. A strong command of Excel and payroll software is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in payroll administration.
• Experience using payroll software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional (European) payroll is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling sensitive documentation.
• Clear and professional communication skills with the ability to engage with employees.
• Knowledge of basic principles in Employment Legislation or statutory entitlements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of fortnightly & monthly payroll for Ireland, Europe and UK.
• Collation of weekly timesheet data on Time Management System and check for accuracy.
• Calculate wage payments based on NTD readings and rectify discrepancies with project leads.
• Manage and process annual leave entitlements and employee benefits.
• Adhere to deadlines in payroll processes and Revenue submissions.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure continuous flow of data for payroll.
• Process all new starters and leavers on NTD.
• First point of contact for staff payroll queries.
• Assist with biometric setup of new profiles.
• Maintain all records and files; produce monthly reports and returns.
• Reconcile payroll data and ensure accuracy across systems.

Skills

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi‑jurisdiction payroll knowledge

Tools

NTD Time Management System

Job description

As a Payroll Administrator, you will support the delivery of accurate and timely payroll administration across MTM Group. Sitting within the Finance team, this role helps ensure employee time, attendance, payroll data, annual leave, benefits, and related records are managed efficiently across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. You will maintain reliable payroll processes, resolve payroll queries, and support compliance with deadlines and statutory requirements.

About MTM Engineering

MTM Engineering, part of MTM Group, is a market leading specialist electrical contractor that provides medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) cable installation, termination services, busbar and containment solutions for a wide range of construction projects. Headquartered in Ireland, we deliver mission critical projects for a range of customers across Europe and beyond. Our expertise spans industry sectors such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, renewables, power generation, critical infrastructure and more.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of fortnightly & monthly payroll for Ireland, Europe and UK
• Collation of weekly timesheet data on Time Management System (NTD) and check for accuracy
• Calculate wage payments based on NTD readings, liaise with project leads when reviewing clock records to rectify any discrepancies
• Manage and process annual leave entitlements and employee benefits
• Strict adherence to deadlines in payroll process & Revenue submissions
• Work closely with HR function to ensure continuous flow of relevant data across functions to aid the payroll process
• Process all new starters and leavers on NTD
• First point of contact for staff payroll queries
• Assist with biometric set up of any new profiles
• Maintain all records and files
• Produce monthly reports and returns and reconcile same

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in payroll administration.
• Experience using payroll software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Previous experience working with multi-jurisdictional (European) payroll would be advantageous but not essential as training will be provided
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling sensitive documentation
• Clear and professional communication skills with the ability to engage with employees
• Knowledge of basic principles in Employment Legislation or statutory entitlements

MTM Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.