Payroll Specialist: End-to-End Ops & Client Service

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is expanding its Outsourced Payroll Team and seeks a payroll specialist/administrator to manage end-to-end payroll operations for multiple clients. You will ensure compliance, accuracy and high-quality client service while meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires strong technical payroll knowledge, leadership potential, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience with payroll tax matters and common payroll software is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in payroll roles.
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, PRSI and benefits.
• Familiarity with ROS and EFT processes.
• Experience with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Curious about AI and how it can assist payroll tasks.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and take ownership of the role.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls for multiple clients on weekly, fortnightly and monthly cycles.
• Coordinate preparation of payroll data for all staff.
• Produce payroll runs and ensure documentation and statutory records are accurate.
• Handle day-to-day client payroll queries and benefit-related issues.
• Act as subject matter expert on payroll tax matters within Employment Tax Team.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

Client service

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Quantum

EuropayX

Sage Micropay

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland is expanding its Outsourced Payroll Team and seeks a payroll specialist/administrator to manage end-to-end payroll operations for multiple clients. You will ensure compliance, accuracy and high-quality client service while meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires strong technical payroll knowledge, leadership potential, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience with payroll tax matters and common payroll software is essential.