Payroll Specialist

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline; Swords; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted travel

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme –

Death in Service Benefit

20–25 days annual leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Career progression

Job summary

Ryanair, Europe’s Favourite Airline, is hiring a Payroll Specialist for our Dublin head office. You will manage payroll across 20 markets and 28,000 staff, coordinating with HR systems and global payroll processes.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in payroll, experience with SAP or Employee Central Payroll is a plus, and strong Excel skills. Competitive benefits and pension accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working in payroll.
• Ability to work as part of a team and meet deadlines.
• Proven computer skills including advanced Excel.
• Efficient, methodical work ethic with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional, with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payrolls for multiple EMEA countries.
• Support HR-system integrations and resolve discrepancies.
• Update payroll data for new starters (tax, bank details).
• Prepare monthly payroll journals.
• Participate in payroll projects and ad-hoc reporting.
• Test system setups, updates and integrations affecting Global Payroll.
• Prepare and load payroll spreadsheets and run 3rd party payments.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Meeting deadlines

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Education

IPass qualification or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Employee Central Payroll

Job description

Ryanair, over our 40 year history has grown to become Europe’s largest airline group connecting more guests across more routes than any other European carrier. We are a fast-paced, ambitious and innovative company, offering exciting career opportunities across aviation, technology, operations and support functions. Now is a fantastic time to join as we look to grow to over 800 aircraft and 300m guests within the next 8 years.

Ryanair is currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join Europe’s Largest Airline Group.

The successful candidate will be based at our Dublin Head Office where we manage payroll across 20 markets and over 28,000 staff. This is an exciting role for a self-starter, keen to progress their careers in a world leading company.

Responsibilities

• Process the start to finish payrolls for multiple EMEA countries
• Support system integrations between HR and global payroll systems including resolving discrepancies
• Update payroll in relation to salary changes for movements within the Company Check the input of information relating to new starters i.e. tax, bank information etc.
• Preparation of monthly payroll related journals
• Assist in the work on current expansion projects and ad-hoc reporting as the need arises
• Test new set up, system enhancements, system updates and integrations affecting Global Payroll
• Prepare and process spreadsheets for variable payments/deductions
• Prepare and bulk load spreadsheets to the payroll
• Assist with internal controls and procedures, including documentation and testing
• Preparation of 3rd party payments
• Participate in different payroll projects and other opportunities as assigned
• Minimum 2 years experience working in payroll
• Hold an IPass qualification or equivalent
• Candidates who hold experience with SAP and Employee Central Payroll will be at a distinct advantage.
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Proven computer skills including advanced Excel
• An efficient and methodical work ethic – accuracy and attention to detail are essential
• Ability to meet deadlines, strong interpersonal skills and a professional manner
• Flexible work style and ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing work demands
• Flexibility to work outside normal office hours when required
• Competitive salary
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression