Payroll Specialist (Client/Bureau)

IRIS Software Group; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS Software Group is recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end Irish payrolls across multiple clients. You will ensure monthly payrolls are processed accurately, keeping up with Irish legislation and GDPR, while serving as the primary contact for client payroll queries.

Join a team of payroll professionals in a structured environment where collaboration and process improvement are valued, with opportunities to grow within a global software and services business.

Qualifications

• IPASS qualification or working towards it.
• Experience processing Irish payroll end-to-end.
• Experience managing multiple client payrolls.
• Knowledge of Sage Micropay, payroll journals, CSO returns, benefits.
• Proficient in Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end Irish payrolls for multiple clients.
• Processing monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
• Handling calculations, deductions, benefits, and reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with Irish legislation, GDPR, and internal standards.
• Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries from clients and employees.
• Building strong relationships with your clients - becoming someone they trust.
• Identifying ways to improve processes, efficiency, and automation.
• Supporting wider projects such as system improvements and testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Team mindset

Education

IPASS qualification (or working towards it)

Tools

Sage Micropay

Payroll journals

CSO returns

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast.

At IRIS Software Group, we help organisations run every day - including making sure thousands of people are paid correctly and on time.

This role sits within our Paycheck Plus team, part of our Managed Payroll Services function - where we take full responsibility for running payroll on behalf of our clients.

This is not internal payroll.

This is real client delivery, real responsibility, and work that matters every single month.

Why This Role Matters

• Accurate
• On time
• Fully compliant

About the Team You'll Join

• Around 10 experienced Client Payroll Executives and Senior colleagues
• Each person owns their own client payrolls
• Support is always there when needed, but you’re trusted to manage your work

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing end-to-end Irish payrolls for multiple clients
• Processing monthly payrolls accurately and on time
• Handling calculations, deductions, benefits, and reporting
• Ensuring compliance with Irish legislation, GDPR, and internal standards
• Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries from clients and their employees
• Building strong relationships with your clients - becoming someone they trust
• Identifying ways to improve processes, efficiency, and automation
• Supporting wider projects such as system improvements and testing

What We’re Looking For

This role is built for someone who already understands payroll in a bureau or outsourced environment.

You’ll Bring

• IPASS qualification (or working towards it)
• Strong experience processing Irish payroll end-to-end
• Experience managing multiple client payrolls
• Knowledge of Sage Micropay, payroll journals, CSO returns, benefits
• Confidence using Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail - you spot what others miss
• Clear, professional communication skills
• The ability to manage your own deadlines and workload
• A team-focused mindset with a willingness to support others

What You’ll Gain

• Ownership of your own client portfolio
• A structured, professional payroll environment with clear standards
• Exposure to a wide variety of clients and payroll scenarios
• A supportive team that understands the demands of payroll
• Opportunities to improve processes and contribute to how we work
• Stability and growth within a global software and services business

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impact: Your work will influence millions globally.
• Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• Belonging: A culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual.