Temporary Payroll Officer

Location: Carlow
Contract: Temporary, October 2026 to mid-February 2027
Salary: €31,922 per annum
Working Arrangement: Hybrid available following initial training, with 3 days per week on-site.

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Payroll Officer to join the payroll team of a large public-sector organisation based in Carlow. This is a busy role supporting the processing of monthly payroll for a large workforce and pensioner population.
Key Responsibilities:

Process high-volume monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines.
Process and review payroll changes received from HR.
Administer PAYE Modernisation requirements, including Revenue Payroll Notifications (RPNs).
Process PAYE, PRSI, USC, ASC, pension and other approved deductions.
Assist with pension auto-enrolment and related payroll administration.
Respond to employee and pensioner payroll queries and resolve routine issues.
Reconcile payroll reports and carry out accuracy checks before payroll is processed.
Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
Ensure payroll activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience working in a busy payroll environment.
Good knowledge of payroll processes, PAYE and PRSI.
Experience of high-volume payroll processing.
Strong numerical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
A high level of confidentiality and an understanding of data protection.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work to strict deadlines.
Strong communication skills and a professional approach to dealing with queries.
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
A payroll qualification such as IPASS would be an advantage but is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator/Officer to secure a temporary role within a well-established organisation.

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