Description:
CareerWise are looking to recruit an Senior Payroll Specialist on behalf of a reputable Multinational in Cork. This is an initial 15 month contract offering an attractive salary and a hybrid working from home option. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, Global Financial Solutions , the position will be responsible for the administration of Payroll processes across several countries. This role is based in the International GFS in Cork.
Role of this position
- Work with HR and Payroll providers to ensure consistent and accurate flow of information and that Payrolls are processed accurately, timely and in accordance with country local requirements.
- Month end payroll activities-preparing journals, accruals and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Ensure that monthly and yearly local tax payments and compliance requirements are met.
- Ensure sufficient controls are in place and are implemented to capture changes month on month and any differences are reconciled and explained.
- Schedules, participates and facilitates payroll related meetings and presentations.
- Provides timely and accurate reporting to internal and external agencies, e.g. Inland Revenue, etc.
- Prepare employee and payroll tax payments.
- Create and maintain control DTP documentation, process flows and procedures.
- Ensure a consistent focus and involvement in driving efficiencies and process improvements
- Manage the Payroll SPARC system ensuring mails are answered in a timely manner and filed appropriately.
- Work with external providers regarding specific payroll treatment for employees' e.g. expatriate and international assignments.
- Working with internal and external audit to ensure the integrity of the payroll information.
- Assistance on Project related activities as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Experience of setting up and/or operating Payroll processes in a Shared Service Centre in a multi-country corporate environment is advantageous
- Attention to detail to ensure every employee is paid correctly and on time
- Experience with SAP or Oracle essential
- High level of Excel a must
- The ability to meet strict deadlines in a timely and efficient manner essential