Senior Payroll Specialist

GPC Finance

Dundalk (MD)

Hybrid

USD 44,595 - 52,810

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (DOE) €38,000 – €45,000 pro rata

Flexible working hours

Paid professional membership

Generous annual leave

Travel insurance

Free parking

Wellbeing programme

Commission for new client and staff referrals

Discounts on gym, hotels, retail, and more

Job summary

GPC Finance is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for its Dundalk office. This role involves managing client payroll, ensuring high-quality service, and supervising junior staff. With opportunities for progression and exposure to both domestic and international clients, this position is ideal for someone with 2+ years of payroll experience and an IPASS qualification. The position offers flexible working hours, competitive salary of €38,000 – €45,000 pro rata, and numerous employee benefits including training, leave entitlements, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

Min 2 years’ experience in a busy payroll bureau.
Experience coaching or supervising junior staff is desirable.
Motivated by a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end payroll processing across weekly, fortnightly and monthly cycles.
Oversee a dedicated portfolio of domestic and international payroll clients.
Review and quality-check payroll work completed by junior team members.

Skills

Experience in a busy payroll bureau

Strong technical knowledge: PAYE, PRSI, USC, BIK, ROS, EFT

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Tech-savvy

Education

IPASS qualification

Job description

A leading Top 20 accountancy and taxation practice is expanding its Client Payroll Team and seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for its Dundalk office. The firm is known for its modern approach, strong regional presence, and commitment to developing its people through structured training and career‑focused programmes. With 80+ staff across multiple offices and a diverse client base, the organisation continues to grow and invest in top talent

The Senior Payroll Specialist will manage a portfolio of payroll clients and deliver high‑quality payroll services in a fast‑paced bureau environment. The role involves end‑to‑end payroll processing, client relationship management, quality assurance, and supporting junior team members. It offers strong progression opportunities and exposure to both domestic and international clients.

This role can be worked in a full time or part time capacity.

Requirements

Min 2 years’ experience in a busy payroll bureau
IPASS qualification
Strong technical knowledge: PAYE, PRSI, USC, BIK, ROS, EFT, CSO, Gender Pay Gap, SSP
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple engagements
Experience coaching or supervising junior staff (desirable)
Tech‑savvy with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Motivated by a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and aligned with a collaborative company culture

Responsibilities

Manage end‑to‑end payroll processing across weekly, fortnightly and monthly cycles, including statutory payments, BIK, pensions and PAYE submissions.
Oversee a dedicated portfolio of domestic and international payroll clients, ensuring high‑quality service and strong ongoing relationships.
Review and quality‑check payroll work completed by junior team members, providing guidance and technical support.
Support team development through training, knowledge‑sharing and staying up to date with Irish payroll legislation.
Assist with billing, proposals for new work, and general operational tasks to support the wider payroll function.

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