📢 Job Opportunity: Clerical Officer Grade IV Payroll
Location:
Portlaoise Co. Laois
Contract Type:
Maternity Leave Cover
We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Clerical Officer Grade IV to join our Finance/Payroll Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment, supporting hospital operations and staff.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Working as part of the Payroll team, under supervision and guidance where required, the successful candidate will:
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Process hospital payrolls efficiently and accurately, ensuring all calculations and verifications are completed on time.
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Complete all relevant monthly, annual, and ad hoc payroll returns for Revenue and staff.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll, pension, and statutory records.
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Liaise closely with HR business partners and departmental managers.
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Support the development and implementation of new systems and processes in response to legislative and operational changes.
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Address payroll queries from staff in a timely and professional manner.
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Carry out general office duties and cover for other payroll colleagues as required.
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Maintain GDPR standards and data confidentiality in line with Policy.
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Take part in change management, flexible rosters, and special assignments where necessary.
Essential Requirements
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Proven experience in processing payroll in a busy environment.
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Proficiency in SAP HR Payroll or similar systems.
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Strong numerical and IT skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency.
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Understanding of payroll cycles, statutory returns, and pension-related public sector guidelines.
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Experience in a hospital or public sector setting.
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Familiarity with multi-cycle payrolls and high-volume data systems.
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Exposure to change management initiatives (e.g., new systems, shared services).
Key Competencies
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
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Strong organisation and time management abilities.
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Analytical thinking with a proactive problem-solving approach.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Flexible, adaptable, and solution-focused mindset.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV to the link below
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