Temporary Payroll Specialist/Administrator - SPC - Dublin

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm in Dublin is seeking an Experienced Temporary Payroll Specialist/Administrator to manage end-to-end payroll processing. The role involves ensuring compliance with Revenue requirements, preparing payroll journals, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel proficiency and at least 5 years of relevant experience in Irish payroll. Flexible work arrangements and a competitive remuneration package are offered, making this an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

Pension

Discounted health insurance

Free Gym membership

Travel Pass

Maternity & Paternity leave

Wellness rooms

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of recent, relevant Irish payroll processing experience.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in preparing payroll journals and monthly payroll reconciliations to strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end fortnightly payroll.
• Compile and post payroll journals.
• Prepare month‑end reconciliations.

Skills

PAYE Revenue reporting

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Team working

Tools

Excel

Job description

Temporary Payroll Specialist/Administrator - SPC - Dublin

Location: Dublin 2

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Jan 6, 2026

Requisition ID: 1673160

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Location: Ireland / Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: SaT

Contract Type: Full-Time – SPC
Role: Experienced Temporary Payroll Specialist/Administrator

The Team and the opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced Payroll Specialist/Administrator within the Central Finance function. Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor and working closely with various stakeholders, this lead role will primarily be responsible for processing end‑to‑end fortnightly payroll. Hybrid working of 2 days per week in office in place.

Payroll is managed in-house and requires a high level of manual processing. Since payroll files are Excel-based, strong proficiency in Excel is essential. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of fortnightly payroll. Key duties include compiling and posting payroll journals, preparing month‑end reconciliations, and providing expert support, training, and guidance on payroll processes. You will also assist with general BAU tasks, audits, and ad‑hoc responsibilities as needed.

Your key responsibilities

• Proficiency in all aspects of PAYE Revenue reporting, including RPN processes and payroll submissions.
• Prepare necessary reconciliations and returns such as pension and CSO in line with deadlines.
• Support the month‑end process as required.
• Ensure compliance with Revenue requirements and maintain robust internal controls and audit standards.
• Prepare high‑quality reports and ad‑hoc returns as required.
• Provide inputs relating to payroll for cash flow forecasting of payments.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including HR, Revenue, and external service providers, providing efficient and effective support where required.
• Contribute to the preparation of internal and external audits, financial statements, and the budget process.
• Mentor staff where required.
• Collaborate on projects as part of a continuous improvement program, including leveraging technology and financial systems to streamline processes. Assist in developing finance system upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Perform any other duties assigned to the role.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have

• At least 5 years of recent, relevant Irish payroll processing experience.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in preparing payroll journals and monthly payroll reconciliations to strict deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build rapport, communicate effectively with finance and non‑finance personnel, and maintain confidentiality.
• A proactive, flexible approach with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent team‑working skills and adaptability when faced with new challenges.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to manage work within fixed deadlines.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well‑being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Benefits

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client‑facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

• We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.