Our client is seeking an experienced International Payroll Specialist to join their Global Financial Solutions centre in Cork for a 9 month temporary contract. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration and processing of payroll across multiple international jurisdictions. This role acts as a vital interface between external payroll providers, internal HR and Finance departments, and both internal and external auditors to ensure a premium service is delivered to staff globally. Due to the immediate requirements of this international function, applicants with a short notice period or immediate availability will be preferred.
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Collaborate with HR and external providers to ensure the accurate and timely flow of information for payroll processing in compliance with local country requirements.
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Execute month-end payroll activities, including the preparation of journals, accruals, and comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations.
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Manage monthly and annual local tax payments while ensuring all regional compliance obligations are satisfied.
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Maintain and implement robust controls to capture monthly changes, ensuring all variances are reconciled and documented.
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Coordinate and facilitate payroll-related meetings and professional presentations.
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Deliver accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external government agencies in a timely manner.
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Oversee the preparation of all employee-related and payroll tax payments.
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Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, including desktop procedures and flowcharts.
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Identify and drive process efficiencies and continuous improvements within the payroll function.
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Administer the payroll query management system to ensure all correspondence is addressed promptly and filed correctly.
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Liaise with external consultants regarding complex payroll treatments, such as international assignments and expatriate requirements.
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Support internal and external audit processes to verify and maintain the integrity of payroll data.
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Contribute to various project-based activities and system enhancements as required by the department.
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Extensive experience as an International Payroll Specialist, ideally within a multi-country Shared Service Centre environment.
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IPASS qualification or a relevant international equivalent is highly preferred.
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Demonstrable high-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manage complex data sets.
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Working knowledge of large-scale ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
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Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time.
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Proven ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
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Strong customer service orientation with a focus on exceeding stakeholder expectations.
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Developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse cultures and functions.
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Logical and proactive problem-solving abilities with a talent for translating business needs into practical solutions.
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Ability to navigate complex and ambiguous situations with a focus on seeking clarity and maintaining data integrity.
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Professional flexibility and an openness to change within a fast-paced, global corporate environment.
