Payroll Specialist

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Department: Payroll

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dun Laoghaire

Description

Moore is a leading Irish provider of accountancy and advisory services for smart, commercially ambitious enterprises seeking the highest standards in client service and expertise. We are currently seeking to recruit a Payroll Specialist to join our team.

With excellent opportunities for career progression this is a position will be based at our Dun Laoghaire office. The role will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of weekly and monthly payrolls in compliance with Irish Revenue requirements and company policies. The role includes payroll administration, statutory reporting, pension auto-enrolment support, and payroll systems management using Sage Quantum and Thesaurus software.

Key Responsibilities

Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.
Administer payroll for salaried and hourly paid employees.
Ensure compliance with Irish payroll legislation and Revenue requirements.
Submit Revenue Payroll Notifications (RPNs) and payroll submissions through Revenue Online Service (ROS).
Manage Enhanced Reporting Requirements (ERR) submissions to Revenue.
Support pension auto-enrolment administration and deductions.
Process statutory payments including sick pay, maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data.
Reconcile payroll reports, deductions, PAYE, PRSI, USC, and pension contributions.
Prepare payroll journals and reports for finance and management teams.
Handle employee payroll queries in a professional and confidential manner.
Ensure compliance with GDPR and confidentiality standards.
Assist with payroll audits and year-end payroll activities.
Liaise with HR, Finance, Revenue, pension providers, and external auditors as required.
Maintain and update payroll procedures and controls.
Use Sage Quantum and Thesaurus payroll software effectively for payroll processing and reporting.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Payroll qualification (IPASS or equivalent).
Previous experience processing Irish payrolls.
Knowledge of PAYE, PRSI, USC, and Irish payroll legislation.
Experience with Revenue payroll submissions and ROS.
Knowledge of Enhanced Reporting Requirements (ERR).
Experience using Sage Quantum and Thesaurus payroll software.
Experience processing weekly and monthly payrolls.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

What Moore Offers.

Competitive salary and benefits package
A good work life-balance
Hybrid working options
Career development and progression opportunities
In-house training and CPD support
Mentoring system, continual assessment and feedback
A supportive and inclusive team culture
Active social club and wellness initiatives
Access to the Moore Global Network, with over 30,000 professionals in 110+ countries

Who We Are Looking For.

At Moore, we believe it is important to look at the overall candidate. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion, and we seek to attract talented individuals from a wide and diverse talent pool. Our business is made stronger by the different perspectives and experiences of our people and we feel it is important and in line with our values that we continue to build a workforce which is representative of our society as it is today. Candidates should be motived, collaborative, enthusiastic and driven in their approach to their career.

Learn more about us at - www.mooreireland.ie

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