Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist Division/Function: Human Resources Reports to: Payroll Manager Job Family: Corporate Services Career Stream: Professional Career Zone: Administrative Contract: Permanent *** Closing Date for Applications: Friday 5th September 2025 *** Summary of the Business The National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) provides asset and liability management services to the Irish Government. It has evolved from a single function agency managing the National Debt to a manager of a complex portfolio of public assets and liabilities. Businesses managed by the NTMA include borrowing for the Exchequer and the management of the National Debt, the State Claims Agency, the New Economy and Recovery Authority ("NewERA"), the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund, National Development Finance Agency and the NTMA Future Ireland Funds business unit with responsibility for the management of the Future Ireland Fund and Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund . The NTMA also assigns staff to the National Asset Management Agency, the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI). Working at the NTMA offers excellent benefits including: Flexible work options including hybrid working and variable work hours An extensive wellbeing programme Excellent learning and development opportunities that allow for full career development within the organisation A diverse range of initiatives: LGBT+, Gender Matters, Disability Awareness, Sports & Social, Volunteering and lots more Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees Career average Defined Benefit Pension Scheme Role Summary We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join the HR team as a Payroll Specialist. This is a full-time role offering exposure to payroll operations and reward structures, with opportunities to contribute to broader HR initiatives including job architecture development. Principal Accountabilities Collate, prepare, and input one monthly (circa 850 employees) and six quarterly payrolls via an outsourced provider Ensure accuracy of all payment and deduction instructions Prepare monthly and quarterly payroll signoffs and statutory returns (e.g., ROS, pension returns, reconciliations, SLA) Respond to payroll-related queries professionally and accurately Complete relevant social welfare forms Administer company benefit schemes including pensions, healthcare, and other rewards Support pension scheme operations including reporting, compliance, and reconciliations Process payroll and HR-related invoices through the NTMA PO system Approve employee setup and changes in the HR system for payroll inclusion Participate in employee induction presentations with payroll and benefits guidance Provide manual payroll calculations for employee queries Maintain and update HR procedures Contribute to the implementation and documentation of job architecture frameworks as they relate to compensation and benefits Collaborate with HR colleagues to support initiatives and drive continuous improvement Experience requirements IPASS qualified Minimum 3+ years' experience in payroll processing, with strong working knowledge of Irish tax, PRSI, and levy calculations Experience collaborating cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors to ensure seamless payroll delivery Proven ability to operate within a strong audit and compliance framework, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and adherence to regulatory standards Track record of supporting team goals, contributing to shared success, and participating in process improvement initiatives Comfortable working with HRIS, with a high level of systems literacy Demonstrated experience in pension scheme support and reward/benefits management, including coordination with external providers Exposure to HR operations and job architecture frameworks would be beneficial Skills IPASS Qualified or equivalent Vendor management and Oversight experience Exceptional numerical accuracy and attention to detail Strong prioritisation and task management abilities High level of systems literacy Excellent written and verbal communication skills Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal capabilities Thorough knowledge of Irish and European data protection legislation Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee's re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration to confirm whether they have previously availed of a Public sector pension scheme. The NTMA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace informs better decision making, creative thinking, innovation and drives business performance. We are strongly committed to ensuring that our workforce is representative of our society. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.