Payroll Generalist Admin

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension contribution

Healthcare (VHI)

Work From Home

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Ireland seeks a Payroll Generalist for a 12-month contract to support a busy payroll function. You will process monthly payrolls, maintain records, and respond to employee inquiries with accuracy.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork within a high-volume environment. Hybrid work: 2 days onsite/3 remote, with initial training weeks.

Qualifications

• Payroll experience in a payroll function is required.
• IPASS payroll qualification or equivalent is nice to have.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain regular reports and records for people-related operations.
• Process high-volume payrolls monthly for multiple Irish entities.
• Assist with payroll processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain employee information systems and related tools.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR processes.
• Handle queries via HR channels and escalate when needed.
• Coordinate employee benefits and HR data reporting.
• Support HR leadership with operations and projects.
• Ensure data protection and governance standards are followed.
• Support HR system improvements and initiatives.

Skills

Payroll

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Stakeholder management

Education

IPASS payroll qualification (nice to have)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRIS/Workforce tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

Our client, a leading global organisation is seeking a Payroll Generalist for 12 months (initialy). This position plays a core focus in payroll administration support in a busy payroll function.

Location: Blackrock, Dublin South Hyrbid: 2 days onsite / 3 remote (oniste for inital training weeks) Flexibiliy to start at 8 or 9 AM Great company to work for

Salary: 40K-45K

Benefits

• Bonus scheme, attractive pension contribution, healthcare VHI
• Work From Home + Benefits TPBN1_IJ

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain regular reports and administrative records to support people-related operations.
• Timely processing of high volume payrolls for 6-7 IRL entities on a monthly basis.
• Assist with payroll-related processes, ensuring activities are completed accurately and within required timeframes.
• Maintain and update employee information systems and workforce management tools.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR processes, systems, and policies.
• Manage and respond to queries received through shared HR communication channels, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Coordinate employee benefits and related activities as required.
• Produce ad hoc reports and management information using available HR systems and data sources.
• Support HR leadership and wider teams with operational and administrative requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection, governance, and risk management standards.
• Contribute to HR systems improvements, projects, and operational initiatives as needed.

Your Skills and Experience

• Proven payroll experience working in payroll (required) IPASS payroll qualification or equivalent (nice to have) Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, with effective organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, supported by strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team while demonstrating initiative and independent problem-solving when required.
• Skilled at establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Skills: payroll admin