Payroll Specialist

Corporation Service Company; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or remote work options

Bonuses or commission plans

Job summary

Corporation Service Company is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll across EMEA with a hybrid work setup in Ireland and London. The role focuses on statutory compliance, ICP coordination, and accurate payroll processing for a diverse workforce.

Proficiency in ADP Celergo and Oracle HCM is essential for success in a fast-paced, global environment. The ideal candidate will drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and partner with payroll vendors to meet SLAs while

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of progressive payroll experience with multi-country exposure in EMEA.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Celergo, ADP Vantage and ADP Streamline desired.
• Proficient with Oracle HCM payroll integrations and data validation.
• Experience using a helpdesk tool (e.g., ServiceNow) for payroll tickets and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Processing across multiple EMEA countries.
• Prepare, validate, and process monthly/fortnightly payrolls.
• Own gross-to-net calculations, off-cycles, retros, and reconciliations.
• Review pre- and post-payroll reports, audit files, GL postings, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate year-end activities and support employees for filing returns.
• Partner with ADP Celergo/ICPs for country-specific processing and SLAs.
• Validate and reconcile Oracle HCM interfaces (new hires, terms, transfers).
• Manage payroll queries via helpdesk and case management tools.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end close.

Skills

Payroll processing

Statutory compliance

Stakeholder management

Excel & data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in accounting/finance/HR

Tools

ADP Celergo

ADP Vantage

ADP Streamline

Oracle HCM

ServiceNow

Job description

Payroll Specialist
Ireland/ London
Full time
Permanent
Hybrid

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to enable end-to-end payroll operations across EMEA. You will manage multi-country payroll cycles, ensure statutory compliance, partner with in-country providers (ICPs), and deliver accurate and timely payrolls for a diverse employee population. Experience with ADP Celergo (preferred) and core HRIS/payroll integrations like Oracle HCM is essential. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and brings a strong control mindset with excellent stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Processing
• Prepare, validate, and process monthly/fortnightly payrolls across multiple EMEA countries.
• Own gross-to-net calculations, off-cycles, retros, and reconciliations.
• Review pre- and post-payroll reports, audit files, GL postings, and variance analyses.
• Compliance & Controls
• Ensure statutory compliance with local country tax, social security, pensions, and benefit-in-kind requirements.
• Maintain robust controls, documentation, and audit readiness (internal & external).
• Coordinate year-end activities and complete on time to support employees for filing returns
• Partner with ADP Celergo (and/or other ICPs) for country-specific processing, SLAs, and issue resolution.
• Monitor vendor performance, drive root-cause analysis, and continuous improvements.
• HRIS & Integrations
• Validate and reconcile Oracle HCM/inbound/outbound payroll interfaces (new hires, terms, transfers, comp changes).
• Employee Support & Case Management
• Manage payroll queries and responding via the helpdesk/case management tool (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice).
• Accounting & Finance Partnership
• Reconcile payroll accounts, support journal entries, and month-end close (accruals, provisions).
• Support treasury with funding files, bank payments, net pay, and statutory remittances.
• Operational Excellence
• Maintain and enhance SOPs, process maps, and control checklists.
• Lead/participate in projects: country transitions, M&A integrations, system enhancements, and new market entries.
• Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement (quality, timeliness, cost, and employee experience).
  

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 6–8 years of progressive payroll experience, with multi-country exposure in EMEA.
• Strong command of payroll processing and statutory compliance across APAC and EMEA countries.
• Hands-on experience working with ADP Celergo, ADP Vantage and ADP Streamline will be added advantage
• Proficient with Oracle HCM payroll integrations and data validation.
• Experience using a helpdesk/case tool (e.g., ServiceNow) for payroll tickets and SLAs.
• Good understanding of GL mapping, payroll accounting, and bank/payment files.
• Advanced Excel (lookups, pivots, reconciliations); strong data accuracy and numerical reasoning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across time zones.
• Country-specific expertise (e.g., Belgium, Lux, Switzerland, Netherland and Nordic countries.
• Knowledge of benefits in payroll, shadow payroll, and mobility/expat cases.
  

Core Skills & Competencies

• Technical: payroll calculations, statutory filings/remittances, year-end reporting, GL & reconciliations, interface validations.
• Compliance: country payroll laws, social security, pensions/super, tax deadlines, reporting formats.
• Systems: ADP Celergo (preferred), Oracle HCM, Workday, helpdesk tools
• Behavioural: ownership, integrity, attention to detail, problem-solving, discretion with sensitive data, collaboration.
  

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s in accounting/finance/HR or related field (or equivalent experience).
  

Work Schedule

• Ability to support cross-regional time zones during payroll cycles and critical cut-offs.
  

About Us

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers .

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.

Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Why Work with CSC?

At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate the needs of our clients. We exceed expectations by adapting client ambitions and goals as our own. This Fierce Client Spirit has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 125 years. It’s also the reason we’re the trusted partner of many of the world’s most successful organizations.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours. We empower our colleagues to bring the right solutions to market to meet client demand. That’s why we are the leading provider of business administration and compliance solutions.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
• We have won several employer recognition awards, including Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In’s Best Places to Work.
• We offer fulfilling work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
• Employees are eligible for Success Sharing, bonuses, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
• CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more.
• As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Info

• Job Identification 17265
• Job Category Payroll
• Posting Date 09/28/2026, 02:49 PM
• Job Schedule Full time