Payroll Specialist - Financial Services - Limerick

PAYROLL SPECIALIST - FINANCIAL SERVICES - LIMERICK - Contract: 6.5 Months (Extendable)- Work Arrangements: (Hybrid) 3 days in office, 2 days remote- Rate: €24.67ph PAYE Introduction:The Human Resources (HR) department is at the heart of my client's organisation, driving the success of their most valuable asset — their people.
With a dynamic and far-reaching impact, the HR team operates on a global scale, overseeing their offices in London, Dublin, Limerick, Guernsey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, UAE, and Saudi Arabia.
They collaborate closely with their counterparts in the US and APAC regions to craft and execute a unified, world-class HR strategy.Role Overview:This position reports to the International Payroll Manager and is part of the EMEA Payroll team.
The role involves managing payrolls across my client's EMEA locations, overseeing payroll processes, and driving improvements.
Collaboration with HR, Finance, and other departments is key.Key Responsibilities:Manage and review payroll processes, ensuring compliance with policies and laws.Handle employee payroll queries and explain related policies.Analyze and improve payroll procedures.Work with vendors and manage payroll system changes.Support payroll projects, system testing, and implementations.Prepare payroll tax and general ledger accounts; reconcile discrepancies.Provide training and review the work of junior team members.Serve as a backup for team members and represent the department in meetings.Skills/Qualifications:Extensive payroll experience; EMEA experience preferred.Proficiency in payroll processing, reconciliation, and General Ledger.Workday experience is a plus.Strong attention to detail, independence, and ability to meet deadlines.Analytical skills and a focus on continuous improvement.Knowledge of HR and Finance's impact on payroll.IPASS qualification is desirable.