Hybrid Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Core member and contributor to the HR Operations team with a strong emphasis on payroll and benefits administration, systems, reporting and employee interaction
  • Monthly payroll and benefits administration for Ireland and UK, including liaising with our outsourced payroll provider and other third parties
  • Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses, deferred bonuses and pension contributions (including both company and self-administered schemes)
  • Liaise directly with Revenue (Ireland), HMRC (UK), and ROI and UK Pension Administrators on payroll, tax, and pension matters
  • Ensure compliance with payroll tax and pension obligations for both Ireland and UK
  • Support audits and ensure data integrity
  • Become an “expert user” of our HRIS system (Dayforce), maintaining accurate data and producing regular reports and key metrics for HR and Finance
  • Stay updated on changes in payroll and pensions legislation
  • Participate in process and procedure improvements, with a view to ensuring operational excellence
  • Be a key point of contact on the full range of pay and benefits queries and requests from the business
  • Support audits and internal reviews related to payroll and benefits
  • Participate in HR projects as required

Requirements

  • At least 2 years experience in payroll processing, either through outsourced providers or in-house payroll
  • Good knowledge of Irish payroll legislation; UK payroll experience is a plus
  • Understanding of employer pension obligations in both Ireland and UK
  • Experience with Dayforce or similar integrated HR/payroll systems
  • Strong system skills to include MS Office (particularly Excel) to an advanced level
  • High attention to detail, discretion, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • An interest in developing knowledge in compensation, along with financial services remuneration regulation
  • Strong administration and organisational skills, proven experience in a busy HR team or office environment is essential
  • Ability to work comfortably as part of a team or independently and to skillfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • The ability to work accurately, with strong attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate with all levels across the business
  • A high level of discretion and confidentiality
  • Flexible, enthusiastic and proven ability to adapt and learn new skills quickly
  • A Diploma/Degree in HR/Business or a related discipline
  • IPASS qualification is beneficial, but not essential

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Flexible working options
  • Flexible benefits allowance
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Assisted retirement planning
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Mental health first aid
  • Sports & Social teams promoting physical wellbeing

Job title

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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