Payroll & VAT Specialist

Xeinadin Group Limited; Ireland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business advisory firm in Ireland is looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage the end-to-end payroll processes for multiple clients. The ideal candidate will need to ensure compliance and accuracy while meeting strict deadlines. Responsibilities include processing payrolls, issuing payslips, and handling client and employee queries. Candidates should have a degree and ideally be part-qualified in accountancy. The role offers competitive salary and a range of benefits including company pension and flexible leave options.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Part qualification from one of the Accountancy bodies.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work to strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle for multiple clients.
• Handle payroll queries from clients and employees.
• Submit payroll data and process through Revenue’s PAYE Modernisation.

Skills

Experience in payroll management

Knowledge of corporate and personal tax computations

Strong communication skills

Team player with leadership potential

Education

Third level degree or similar qualification

Job description

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

One of our growing offices, based in Cavan, are currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join their high achieving team. The ideal candidate will manage end-to-end payroll processes for a portfolio of clients across various sectors, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle for multiple clients (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls).
• Process starters, leavers, and statutory leave (sick leave, maternity, paternity, etc.).
• Submit payroll data and process through Revenue’s PAYE Modernisation (RTI) system using ROS.
• Calculate PAYE, PRSI, USC, LPT, BIK, and pension contributions accurately.
• Prepare and issue payslips, P45 equivalents, and year-end statements
• Handle payroll queries from clients and employees in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with CSO returns and Revenue audits where applicable.

Key Requirements

• Third level degree or similar qualification.
• Experience in a similar role desirable.
• Part qualification from one of the Accountancy bodies.
• Basic knowledge / experience of both corporate and personal tax computations.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Good technical skills.
• Positive can-do attitude and a team player.
• Team player with strong communication and leadership potential.

Additional Requirements

• Model
• Model Hybrid
• Salary Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
  • PMI single or family
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Cash plan
  • Cycle to work
  • Eye care
  • Dental
• *subject to exceptions and business needs