Job Description

Payroll Lead
Department: People & Culture
Reports to: Rewards Manager
Location: Knockmore Hill, Lisburn (or ROI)
Purpose:
To lead the accurate and timely processing of payroll for Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, and contributing to employee financial well-being.
Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for NI and ROI, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Oversee the review and processing of payrolls, guaranteeing adherence to strict deadlines.
• Validate and authorize payment files (BACs/SEPA) for bank submission.
• Coordinate with the Compensation & Benefits team to accurately implement payroll changes.
• Ensure accurate processing of payroll-related payments to third parties.
• Review and validate employee master data changes impacting payroll.
• Monitor payroll journals, prepare entries, and perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage and reconcile RTI submissions to HMRC and payments to Irish Revenue.
• Reconcile payroll journals and source data to the payroll accounts in the P&L.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with the Internal Control Framework.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee payroll queries, collaborating with HR, BSS, Group, and BSO teams.
• Partner with Rewards on payroll insights for business planning, variance analysis, and quarterly reviews.
• Collaborate with the external SAP consultant on system projects, upgrades, and issue resolution.
• Lead payroll system testing for legislative updates and system upgrades.
• Ensure accurate processing of benefits in kind (BIK) and manage share-related reporting and processing.
• Prepare and submit accurate year-end information to government bodies and employees.
• Coordinate payroll requirements for internal and external audits.
• Drive continuous improvement in payroll processes and ensure knowledge sharing within the team.
• Stay informed about changes in HR policies and legislation that impact payroll.
• Lead payroll-related projects and change initiatives.

Essential Criteria:

• 3rd level qualification in a business-related field or equivalent payroll experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NI and ROI PAYE tax legislation.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and change management.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.

Desirable Criteria:

• CIPD Qualified
• Experience of SAP Payroll System
• Experience working within an FMCG company

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