Payroll Executive - 12 month Fixed Term Contract

SD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with global reach. We have offices in Europe and Mauritius. Our goal? We bring people solutions to life and turn HR into a value source for our clients and their people.

Our people solutions span the entire employee journey, from salary payment to attracting, rewarding, and developing talent. Are you ready to join us?

To support our continued growth in Ireland we are seeking a Payroll Executive to join our team in SD Worx Ireland on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing, fast paced international business and join a large payroll team full of experienced professionals where you can develop your skills and experience.

About the role:

As a Payroll Executive, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, compliant payroll services to a portfolio of clients while providing an excellent customer experience. Working as part of a supportive and experienced team, you will help ensure payroll deadlines are met, client relationships are maintained, and service excellence is consistently delivered.

Which tasks can you expect?

• Manage end-to-end Irish payroll processing for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

• Validate payroll data, perform payroll checks, and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.

• Ensure compliance with Irish payroll legislation, tax regulations, statutory payments, pensions, and GDPR requirements.

• Respond to payroll-related queries from clients, employees, and internal stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.

• Coordinate payroll payments, reporting, year-end activities, and required submissions to relevant authorities.

• Produce payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation as required.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing a high level of customer service and support.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the payroll team.

What do you have to offer?

Essential

• Experience working in a high-volume payroll environment, either in-house or bureau.

• Strong knowledge of Irish payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

• IPASS qualified or currently working towards qualification.

• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.

• Strong customer service, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• A proactive approach with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Desirable

• UK payroll experience.

• Experience supporting payroll audits and process improvement initiatives.

What do we have to offer?

• A dynamic hybrid environment: a minimum of 1 day in the office (other 4 days are flexible on working from home or office - whatever works for you)

• 25 days holiday + public holidays (including the ability to buy an additional 5 days holiday)

• Pension (6% matched)

• Medical healthcare - employee or cash option

• Workation: possibility to work from any SD Worx location (4 weeks per year, EU only)

• Referral program

• Learning opportunities: through an individual development plan and professional training

• Career growth: whether you want to become more of an expert in your field or want to expand your knowledge more horizontally, there is always room to grow within SD Worx!

Salary range information will be shared with candidates during the initial interaction with the Talent Acquisition team, either by phone or email.

Why Join SD Worx?

• Flexible working: Flexible working hours and remote/hybrid working options – working arrangements are open for discussion

• Learning & development: Access to professional training and an individual development plan

• Career growth: Whether you want to deepen your expertise or broaden your career, there is room to grow within SD Worx

• Collaborative culture: From many locations, we work as one – moving from better to best together

SD Worx values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of origin, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, ethnic or social background, or stage of life.

All hiring decisions are made based on skills, experience and role‑related qualifications.