Payroll Specialist (Fixed-term contract)

ESW; Leinster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed Term contract

Hybrid working

Flyefit membership discount

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tax Saver Scheme

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

ESW is hiring a Payroll Specialist on a fixed-term contract based in Co. Dublin. The role manages payroll and benefits across jurisdictions, partnering with Finance, HR and vendors to ensure compliant, timely processing and an excellent employee experience.

You will oversee payroll changes, accruals, benefits administration, and related reporting while driving process improvements and harmonisation across regions. Strong MS Excel, Ireland payroll knowledge and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in high-volume payroll processing in Ireland.
• Experience using payroll software such as CloudPay.
• Strong understanding of payroll, benefits administration and compliance.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service to employees and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll across multiple jurisdictions with accurate payments and reporting.
• Administer employee benefits programs including healthcare and pensions.
• Handle payroll and benefits queries with excellent customer service.
• Maintain relationships with payroll, benefits and contractor providers for compliance.
• Support onboarding with payroll and benefits guidance for new hires.
• Prepare payroll-related documentation such as journals, invoices and audit support.
• Maintain payroll resources on the intranet to promote self-service and efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements and vendor implementations across regions.

Skills

High-volume payroll processing

Ireland payroll regulations

Excel advanced

Stakeholder management

Customer service orientation

Analytical problem solving

Communications skills

Education

HR/Finance qualification desirable

Tools

CloudPay

Payroll software

Job description

Payroll Specialist (Fixed-term contract)

Co. Dublin

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of payroll and benefits administration across multiple jurisdictions. This role partners closely with Finance, HR, employees, external vendors, and contractor providers to ensure an excellent employee experience, full compliance with statutory and company requirements, and a continuous focus on process improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accurate and timely payments, payroll changes, accruals, overtime, bonuses, and reporting.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including healthcare, pensions, and other regional benefit schemes.
• Manage payroll and benefits queries, providing excellent customer service and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain relationships with payroll, benefits, and contractor service providers, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance.
• Support employee onboarding by providing payroll and benefits guidance to new hires.
• Prepare payroll-related financial documentation, including journals, invoices, purchase orders, and audit support.
• Maintain payroll and benefits resources on the company intranet, promoting employee self-service and process efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, new vendor implementations, and benefits harmonisation initiatives across regions.

Requirements

Mandatory:

• 3+ years' experience in high-volume payroll processing in Ireland, managing multiple priorities with overlapping deadlines.
• Experience using payroll systems such as CloudPay or similar payroll software.
• Strong understanding of payroll, benefits administration, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to explain complex payroll concepts to non‑payroll stakeholders.
• Proven commitment to delivering excellent customer service to employees and stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver work within agreed timelines while maintaining accuracy. High level of personal accountability, professionalism, and discretion.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Nice‑to‑have:

• Additional qualification in HR, Business Studies, or a related discipline is desirable.

About ESW

Our purpose is simple: to create moments that matter between people and the brands they cherish. We enable brands to expand their global reach, facilitating simple and seamless ecommerce experiences for consumers worldwide. Through our integration solutions, we deliver a complete international checkout experience, including local duties, taxes, fulfilment, delivery management, and global returns and payment processing capabilities.

Guided by our values—Own It, Champion Simplicity, Win as One, and Debate then Commit—we strive to foster innovation, accountability, and teamwork, creating solutions that inspire trust and drive impactful results.

Why Join Us

• Fixed Term contract: A six month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.
• Competitive salary and benefits: Your financial well being is important to us. Join ESW and experience the satisfaction of being rewarded for your hard work, dedication and commitment.
• Fitness & Lifestyle Perks: Stay active your way with a reduced‑rate Flyefit membership and no joining fee, or take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme to purchase a tax‑free bike.
• Smart Commuting: Save on your daily journey with the Tax Saver Scheme, offering discounted public transport tickets to make commuting easier and more cost‑effective.
• Hybrid working: Enjoy the best of both worlds with 2–3 days in our office North Wall, Dublin, and 2–3 days working from the comfort of your home.
• Diversity, Belonging & Inclusion: When we win, we win together. You'll be part of a culture that values every individual for who they are, fostering an environment where uniqueness is encouraged.

ESW is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment and employees at ESW are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require any reasonable accommodations or adjustments throughout the hiring process, please let us know. We are dedicated to ensuring equal access and opportunity for all candidates.