Payroll Specialist

Role - Payroll Specialist Permanent Location - Dublin 2 A little about Strata Financial Strata Financial is one of Ireland's top 20 leading accounting practices, offering a comprehensive range of services, including accounting, auditing, tax, management, compliance, and restructuring. We work with clients across diverse industries, such as music, hospitality, SMEs, property, and franchising. We focus on delivering a strategic partnership with our clients, connecting with them as part of a team. As we continue our exciting growth journey, we're expanding our Dublin-based team and looking for passionate professionals to join us during this transformative phase. Our commitment to excellence has been recognizedStrata Financial was proud to be named Employer of the Year at the 2024 Irish Accounting Awards. At Strata Financial, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love for you to be part of our team What we offer you Competitive Salary and benefits package Flexible working hours Direct mentorship and training As we grow there will be lots of opportunity for career progression The Role We are seeking a fully qualified and highly skilled Payroll Specialistto join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and processing payroll for a range of our clients across multiple industries. You will work closely with them to ensure compliance with payroll regulations, accuracy in calculations, and the timely payment of employees. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional looking to work in a dynamic, client-facing environment and provide payroll services to a variety of businesses. Reports to:Payroll Manager Key relationships:Payroll Manager, Internal Payroll Team and Head of Finance. Key responsibilities will include: Process payroll for multiple clients, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time. Calculate and process salaries, overtime, bonuses, and deductions (e.g., tax, pensions, PRSI). Ensure compliance with all relevant Irish payroll legislation, including PAYE, PRSI, Universal Social Charge (USC), and pension schemes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in payroll legislation, tax codes, and statutory deductions. Prepare and submit PAYE/PRSI/USC returns to Revenue (ROS) and ensure compliance with all tax deadlines. Administer pension contributions, benefits, and any other employee deductions or payments. Manage and resolve payroll-related queries from clients and employees in a professional and timely manner. Liaise with client HR and finance departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. Assist with the year-end reporting process, including reconciliations and tax filings. Maintain accurate payroll records and provide reports for auditing purposes. Coordinate with external agencies such as Revenue, pension providers, and other third parties. Assist clients with payroll-related matters, offering support and advice as required. Experience Fully qualified payroll professional - IPASS qualification essential Minimum of 4 years experience in payroll processing, ideally in a bureau or multi-client environment. Strong knowledge of Irish payroll legislation and compliance (e.g., PAYE, PRSI, USC). Previous experience using payroll software (e.g., Sage, Thesaurus, BrightPay, or similar). Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced level), with experience in creating and managing payroll reports. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain payroll-related issues to clients and employees. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot payroll issues. Skills: Payroll Processing Payroll