Job Title: Payroll Assistant
Location: Limerick
Position Type: Permanent

The Payroll Assistant will assist with the administration of the Time Management System (TMS) and the weekly processing of payroll for up to 1,000+ employees. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collate and prepare accurate weekly payroll, taxes, company payments, deductions, and employee benefit data for up to 1,000 employees.
• Assist in the transfer of data from the Time Management System (TMS) to payroll systems, ensuring correct allocation of hours and wages.
• Work closely with the HR team and the payroll outsource provider to maintain smooth data flow.
• Ensure payroll is processed in compliance with revenue rules and regulations.
• Generate and review monthly payroll reports and files for final approval, ensuring all information is accurate.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement within payroll and time management functions.
• Process and administer employee benefit programs from a payroll perspective.
• Collaborate with senior payroll assistants to collect and review data from the TMS for accuracy.
• Liaise with departmental managers to confirm and approve time management records.
• Report and resolve payroll discrepancies, maintaining accuracy throughout the process.
• Ensure the Time Management System (TMS) is accurate, including biometric profile creation and clock record verification.
• Act as the intermediary between sites and the clock supplier for new site setup and other payroll-related queries.

Necessary Requirements

• A diploma qualification in payroll or previous payroll experience.
• Familiarity with Time Management Systems (TMS) for payroll calculations.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a payroll-related role.
• Previous office experience, ideally within payroll or finance.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office and payroll software.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• High motivation with the ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive attitude towards risk, control, and process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with stakeholders across departments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and influence others positively.

Desired Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities.
• Ability to address issues with tenacity and find solutions.
• Display a high level of personal and professional integrity in all actions.
• Ability to collaborate positively and effectively within a team environment.

Some travel and site visits may be required.

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to grow and develop in a dynamic company committed to rewarding performance.