Job type
PermanentLocation
East CorkWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
PayrollIndustry
EngineeringPay
€45,000 - €50,000
Payroll Specialist – Overseeing payroll across UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe
Your new company
A leading provider of mechanical and E&I solutions across Europe, with a strong presence in the data centre and pharmaceutical sectors. The company is committed to operational excellence, compliance, and quality-driven delivery.
Your new role
Seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations across a multinational workforce. This key role ensures accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across Ireland, the UK, Denmark, and mainland Europe.
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly/monthly payrolls for Irish and international employees
- Ensure compliance with PRSI, PAYE, USC, and international equivalents
- Manage inputs: timesheets, overtime, leave, redundancy, and travel allowances
- Liaise with HR and finance to resolve payroll queries and onboard/offboard staff
- Prepare payroll reports for internal P&L tracking and client cost recovery
- Maintain payroll systems and documentation in line with ISO standards
- Support audits and statutory reporting across jurisdictions
- Monitor legislative changes and update payroll practices accordingly
- Ensure tax compliance and reporting to multiple branch managers
What you'll need to succeed
- 5+ years’ payroll experience across multiple jurisdictions
- IPASS qualification or equivalent preferred
- Strong knowledge of Irish payroll legislation and European frameworks
- Proficiency in BrightPay, Sage, Thesaurus, and Excel
- High attention to detail, confidentiality, and deadline management
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
What you'll get in return
Join a growing company delivering complex projects across Europe, with a collaborative culture, strong compliance focus, competitive salary and pension, and real opportunities for career growth across multiple branches.
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 in Hays at 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 about your career.
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