Location: Cork
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: €55,000 – €75,000 per year
About the job
We are recruiting for a Payroll Manager to join a large, well-established organisation with operations across Ireland and the UK. This is a key leadership role where you’ll oversee a busy payroll function, manage a team, and ensure payroll is delivered accurately and on time for a high-volume workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the day-to-day payroll operations, covering both weekly and monthly cycles
- Manage and develop a payroll team, ensuring training and support are in place
- Maintain compliance with Irish and UK payroll legislation
- Partner with Finance, HR, and external providers to ensure smooth payroll delivery
- Oversee payroll projects such as system upgrades, automation, and process improvements
- Ensure accurate reporting and analysis of payroll data for senior management
- Act as the main point of contact for payroll audits and compliance reviews
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years’ payroll experience, including exposure to Irish and UK payrolls
- Proven leadership skills and experience managing a payroll team
- Strong technical knowledge of payroll systems and statutory requirements
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role with real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.