Senior Payroll Specialist

UHY Farrelly Dawe White Limited

Senior Payroll Specialist managing payroll processing and client relationships at UHY FDW. Office-based role with a hybrid working model in Dundalk, Ireland.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeDundalk • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including compliance with Irish payroll legislation and management of diverse client portfolios. Proficient in using BrightPay software and skilled in coaching and developing junior team members.

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IPASS QualifiedPayroll ProcessingBrightPay SoftwarePAYE, PRSI, USC, BIKTeam Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll CalculationHoliday Pay CalculationStatutory Payments ProcessingPension Contribution ManagementPAYE Returns SubmissionBenefits In Kind CalculationBank Transfer AssistanceQuality ChecksTechnical Query AssistanceInvoicing and Billing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganisational AbilityProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

BrightPay Software

Certifications & Qualifications

IPASS Qualification

Industry Keywords

Payroll BureauIrish Payroll LegislationClient LiaisonTeam TrainingFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls using BrightPay software, ensuring all deadlines are met
Review timesheets for accuracy before uploading to payroll software
Calculate holiday pay and statutory payments (e.g., sick pay, maternity pay, paternity pay)
Calculate and process benefits in kind for inclusion in payroll
Maintain pension contribution records and upload reports to pension providers where required
Assist with bank transfers for salary payments
Distribute payslips on or before the payment date
Submit monthly PAYE returns to Revenue and manage associated payments
Manage a dedicated portfolio of payroll clients, liaising regularly to ensure excellent service
Support the delivery of payroll services to a diverse portfolio, including domestic and international clients, ensuring work meets professional standards and agreed timeframes
Liaise with clients throughout the year to maintain strong relationships
Assist in proposals for new work and participate in presentations to prospective clients as required
Conduct reviews and quality checks of payroll processed by junior team members
Assist with technical queries and support the professional development of junior team members
Support the payroll manager with team training and development where required
Remain up to date with Irish payroll legislation to ensure compliance
Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
Assist the Payroll Manager with invoicing and billing processes
Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct
Complete ad hoc tasks and assignments relevant to the role

Requirements

What you’ll need

You will have at least 2 - 3 years’ experience working in a busy payroll bureau environment
You are IPASS qualified
Strong technical skills and knowledge of payroll including PAYE, PRSI, USC, BIK, ROS, EFT, CSO, Gender Pay Gap & SSP
Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to manage multiple engagements, delegate appropriately and manage a team
Experience with coaching/managing junior team members (Desirable)
You will be tech-savvy
You will have a pro-active approach to tasks, big and small
You will be motivated by a fast-paced environment
You will be keen to immerse yourself in our company culture
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills
You will have excellent planning and organisational ability
You will have excellent attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary based on your experience
Flexible working hours, with a four-and-a-half-day week
UHY Network firm – Network & Travel opportunities
Paid Professional Membership
Generous holiday allowance with additional company days for Christmas and Easter holidays
Ability to build up 5 additional days of leave per annum
Additional days annual leave after 5 & 10 years service
Paid volunteering day to spend one day each year dedicated to a cause you care about
Travel Insurance
Training and continuous learning & Funded CPD hours programme/tuition
Free parking
CSR, ESG and Social Committees offering funded social events
Wellbeing programme
Commission for introducing new clients and new team members
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Great teammates & Diverse and inclusive culture
Discounts available with partners for gym membership, hotel bookings, retail, and more
Onsite Food Truck & Games Room