Payroll Specialist

Excel Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Early finish Friday

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Excel Recruitment in Dublin is seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong UK and ROI payroll expertise to own end-to-end processing across jurisdictions. You will collaborate closely with HR and Finance to ensure accurate, compliant payroll delivery and timely reporting.

The role demands 5+ years in payroll, high-volume processing (300+ payslips), and up-to-date knowledge of UK and ROI payroll legislation, tax and pensions. Hybrid work and career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in payroll processing.
• Strong hands-on experience with UK and ROI payroll.
• Experience processing 300+ payslips per payroll.
• Knowledge of UK and ROI payroll legislation, tax, pensions, and GDPR guidelines.
• Candidates with significant payroll experience may be considered without a formal qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end processing of monthly UK and ROI payrolls.
• Maintain, validate and reconcile payroll data accurately.
• Process salaries, overtime, bonuses, pensions, expenses and benefits.
• Prepare payroll reports and support payment file processing.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with UK and ROI payroll legislation and GDPR.
• Assist with payroll audits, controls and process improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance and other teams to deliver efficient payroll service.

Skills

UK & ROI payroll

End-to-end payroll processing

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Stakeholder management

Prioritisation & deadlines

Communication skills

High-volume payroll

Education

Payroll qualification (desirable)

Bachelor’s degree (any)

Job description

Excel is currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist that has a strong experience and knowledge of UK and ROI payroll. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of payroll processes across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with the HR and finance. The successful candidate will be a key player in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll delivery.

Company Overview

Our client is a large and established international organisation operating across multiple European markets based in Dublin West. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services and continued investment in their people, they offer a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to develop their careers, contribute to business improvements, and work as part of a highly professional team

What’s on Offer

• Salary of €55,000 – €65,000.
• Hybrid working available. 3/2 but may need flexibility during training
• Permanent full-time position.
• Opportunity to join a growing payroll team within a leading international organisation.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• 26 days of AL and opportunity to purchase more.
• Early finish fridays.
• pension: 5% EE 6,5% ER

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end processing of monthly UK and ROI payrolls.
• Ensure payroll data is accurately maintained, validated, and reconciled.
• Process payroll elements including salaries, overtime, bonuses, pensions, expenses, benefits, and statutory payments.
• Prepare payroll reports and support payment file processing.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with UK and ROI payroll legislation, statutory requirements, and GDPR guidelines.
• Support BACS file preparation and payroll reporting.
• Assist with payroll audits, controls, and process improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with HR, Finance, and other internal teams to ensure an efficient payroll service.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in payroll processing.
• Strong hands-on experience with both UK and ROI payroll is essential.
• Proven experience supporting end-to-end payroll processes within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK and ROI payroll legislation, tax, pensions, and statutory requirements.
• Experience working with complex payrolls involving overtime, bonuses, expenses, benefits-in-kind, pensions, and employee life-cycle changes.
• Candidates without a payroll qualification will be considered if they can demonstrate significant relevant payroll experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Must have experience in processing 300+ payslips per payroll.