Your new company
A global technology organisation supporting utilities and cities to better manage energy, water, and gas. The company develops innovative, data-driven solutions that help protect essential resources and enable more sustainable, efficient communities worldwide. Operating in multiple countries, it offers a collaborative, multinational environment with strong career development opportunities and a clear purpose focused on long-term impact.

Your new role

Senior Payroll Coordinator to join the Global Business Services team in Cork. Reporting to the Payroll Manager / Senior Payroll Manager, this role is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll for assigned countries or entities, with a strong focus on France payroll.

Payroll Processing & Operations

• End-to-end payroll processing for assigned countries/entities
• Review and validate payroll inputs, calculations, and outputs
• Process all payroll changes accurately (new hires, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, overtime, benefits, leave, etc.)
• Manage payroll calendars, cut-off dates, and statutory submission deadlines
• Indirectly lead and support a payroll team of 2 employees
• Manage country payroll mailboxes and checklists

• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and social security requirements
• Support internal and external payroll audits
• Maintain payroll controls, reconciliations, and sign-off procedures
• Act as global owner of legislative updates and payroll change requests

• Act as a key payroll contact for employees, HR, Finance, and external vendors.
• Resolve complex payroll queries professionally and confidentially
• Manage third-party payroll providers and service levels
• Maintain internal trackers and key relationships

• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Ensure payroll costs are accurately posted to the general ledger
• Support month-end and year-end close activities

• Identify and implement payroll process improvements
• Support payroll transitions, system enhancements, and global initiatives
• Coach and support payroll team members
• Assist with data gathering, investigations, and ad-hoc requests

What you'll need to succeed

• 5+ years’ experience in French payroll processing
• Experience in a multinational or shared services environment
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and statutory requirements
• Proven experience managing complex payrolls
• Experience working with third-party payroll providers (highly desirable)
• Experience in a global payroll environment

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong Excel skills and payroll system experience (e.g. Workday, SAP, ADP)
• High level of discretion and confidentiality

• Payroll or accounting qualification (IPASS, CIPP, or equivalent) desirable
• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
• Fluent English and French (additional languages an advantage)

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available, with a hybrid working arrangement of 2–3 days in office. The role offers a strong work–life balance alongside a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan, health insurance, study support, and on-site parking.
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What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Karen Rodrigues on 086 0111276.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.