Payroll Specialist

Dunnes Stores; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunnes Stores, Ireland’s leading retailer, is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Dublin 2 team. You will manage end‑to‑end payroll, ensuring accurate payments and compliance with applicable legislation in a fast‑paced retail environment.

The role requires 3–5+ years in payroll, IPASS qualification, and the ability to handle multi‑entity payrolls in Ireland. You will collaborate with HR and Finance on system upgrades and reporting, while maintaining strict confidentiality and

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a professional payroll role.
• IPASS qualification or equivalent is advantageous.
• Experience with multi-entity or large payrolls in Ireland.
• Solid knowledge of Irish and UK payroll legislation and statutory reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and coaching abilities.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work independently or in a team.
• Advanced Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Experience with Oracle HCM, Payroll and Discoverer is desirable.
• High attention to detail and numerical proficiency.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Discretion and trustworthiness in handling payroll data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support payroll processing ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Manage Revenue activities including RPNs, payroll submissions and ERR submissions.
• Handle EHEC CSO data on a quarterly basis.
• Complete weekly and monthly payroll and Revenue reconciliations for compliance.
• Prepare bank files for payment and payroll reports for Finance teams.
• Assist stores with queries, ensuring information is correct.
• Liaise with pension providers as required.
• Investigate payslip queries related to Tax, PRSI, USC calculations.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and documentation to support processing.
• Participate in payroll system upgrades or process improvements.
• Support audits with documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance and Head Office on legislative changes affecting pay.

Skills

Payroll experience

IPASS qualification

Multi-entity payrolls

Irish/UK payroll

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

Oracle HCM

Discoverer

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Education

IPASS qualification

Tools

Oracle HCM

Discoverer

Excel

Job description

Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have over 130 stores throughout Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and we are expanding our service and product offering all the time.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Payroll Specialist to join our team in Dublin 2. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on professional with extensive experience in end‑to‑end payroll processing looking for the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail‑oriented, and capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support the team with the timely processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy of payments and deductions in accordance with the agreed guidelines and relevant legislation.
• Manage all Revenue activities including RPNs, payroll submissions and ERR submissions.
• Manage the EHEC CSO data on a quarterly basis.
• Complete weekly and monthly payroll and Revenue reconciliations to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Prepare bank files for payment and produce accurate payroll reports for Finance teams.
• Support the team in answering store queries as required, ensuring information is correct.
• Managing pensions administration and liaising with pension providers as required.
• Investigate and resolve issues accurately and confidentially, for example payslip queries relating to Tax, PRSI, USC calculations.
• Manage any paper correspondence directed to Payroll, including Social Welfare applications, salary certs.
• Maintain excellent record keeping and documentation to support processing activities.
• Participate in project work, including payroll system upgrades or process improvement initiatives.
• Support, as required, internal and external audits with accurate documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other Head Office teams to stay informed of any business, contractual or legislative changes affecting pay.

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years’ experience in a professional payroll role.
• IPASS qualification or equivalent will be a distinct advantage.
• Experience processing multi entity and / or large‑scale payrolls in Ireland.
• Comprehensive understanding of Irish and UK payroll legislation and statutory reporting requirements, including pensions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to support effective engagement with senior management and key stakeholders within the organisation.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and coaching skills.
• Collaborative mindset that supports the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Experience working with Oracle HCM, Payroll and Discoverer is desirable.
• High attention to detail and numerical proficiency are essential.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret and present data.
• Confidential and trustworthy.

Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer