Senior APAC Payroll Specialist

Cpl Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Group in Dublin is seeking a Senior APAC Payroll Specialist to join our HR team on an initial contract basis. You will manage end-to-end payroll processing across APAC jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in a high-volume environment.

The role collaborates with HR, Finance, Tax, and external payroll vendors to support payroll operations, audits, and process improvements. A strong background in multi-country payroll and ERP systems is essential.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years’ experience in payroll, with APAC exposure.
• Experience in multi-country payroll operations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, tax and compliance across APAC.
• Experience in a multinational or financial services environment is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
• Experience with payroll systems UKG, NetSuite or Workday.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple APAC countries.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across all payroll cycles.
• Prepare and review payroll inputs including salary changes, bonuses, deductions, benefits, and tax adjustments.
• Liaise with HR, Finance, Tax, and external payroll providers to resolve payroll queries and discrepancies.
• Support payroll reconciliations, accruals, reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Ensure compliance with local payroll legislation and statutory requirements across APAC jurisdictions.
• Conduct payroll audits and reviews to identify discrepancies and support process improvements.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records across payroll systems.
• Assist with payroll reporting requirements for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Support payroll process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

APAC payroll

Payroll processing

Excel

Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

UKG

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Senior APAC Payroll Specialist

Location: Dublin (Hybrid)

Industry: Financial Services

Start Date: ASAP

Overview

A leading global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Senior APAC Payroll Specialist to join their Dublin-based HR team on an initial contract basis.

This role will focus on supporting payroll operations across multiple APAC jurisdictions, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing within a fast-paced, multinational environment. The successful candidate will work closely with HR, Finance, Tax, and external payroll vendors across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative global organisation with strong international exposure and a high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple APAC countries
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across all payroll cycles
• Prepare and review payroll inputs including salary changes, bonuses, deductions, benefits, and tax adjustments
• Liaise with HR, Finance, Tax, and external payroll providers to resolve payroll queries and discrepancies
• Support payroll reconciliations, accruals, reporting, and month-end close activities
• Ensure compliance with local payroll legislation and statutory requirements across APAC jurisdictions
• Conduct payroll audits and reviews to identify discrepancies and support process improvements
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records across payroll systems
• Assist with payroll reporting requirements for internal stakeholders and external auditors
• Support payroll process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• 4–6+ years’ experience within payroll, ideally with strong APAC payroll exposure
• Proven experience managing multi-country payroll operations
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, tax, and compliance requirements across APAC regions
• Previous experience within a multinational or financial services environment advantageous
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
• Experience with systems such as UKG, NetSuite, Workday, or similar payroll platforms
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Team & Environment

• Part of a collaborative global HR/payroll function based in Dublin
• High-volume international payroll environment
• Strong culture focused on teamwork, growth mindset, and continuous improvement
• Two-stage interview process

Why Apply?

• Broad international payroll exposure across APAC
• Opportunity to join a highly regarded global financial services organisation
• Strong collaborative culture and supportive leadership team
• Immediate start with strong potential for extension

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