Job Description:

Payroll Officer

Location: County Monaghan
Job Type: 12 month FTC, maternity cover - ASAP start! 

£35000 - £40000 DOE

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a successful and established manufacturing/warehousing business, who are looking to appoint a Payroll Officer to join their team on a 12 month maternity contract. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR Administrator, HR Assistant, Payroll Administrator or HR & Payroll Officer with around 1–2 years’ experience who is looking to develop their career within a busy operational environment.

The Role

Working closely with management and employees, you will provide day-to-day HR administration and payroll support, helping to ensure accurate employee records, payroll processing and HR processes are maintained.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll information
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR databases
• Processing starters, leavers, holidays, sickness and other employee changes
• Assisting with HR administration, contracts, letters and employee documentation
• Supporting absence, holiday and attendance administration
• Responding to employee queries relating to HR and payroll
• Assisting with recruitment administration and onboarding
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with relevant HR legislation and company policies
• Providing general administrative support to the HR function

About You

We are looking for someone with 1–2 years’ experience in HR administration and payroll, ideally gained within a manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, FMCG or other fast-paced operational environment.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in HR Administration and Payroll
• Good understanding of payroll processes and employee records
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to work confidentially and professionally
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn and develop

This role would suit an HR Assistant, HR Administrator, Payroll Administrator, HR & Payroll Administrator or Junior HR Officer looking to take the next step in their career.

Apply now to be considered for this excellent opportunity to join a growing and established business.