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Payroll Team Lead

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26373
Human Resources
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

 

 

Position Description

 

The role of Payroll Team Leader is responsible for ensuring that payroll policies, processes and procedures are implemented across the Group. The role ensures the smooth and efficient running of a busy high volume payroll function that manages, and processes payroll runs across ROI, UK and International. Confidentiality is critical for this role.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

The key responsibilities of the role will include:

 

  • Manage a team of staff to deliver payroll runs to stringent scheduled deadlines and ensuring accuracy of data.
  • Vital audit and governance role ensuring that inputs are verified prior to payroll runs.
  • Ensure all appropriate controls are in place for effective payroll operation.
  • Ensure PAYE and Revenue data is updated and compliant.
  • Liaising with Third Parties (e.g. Revenue, Dept. of Social Protection on payroll related issues on a regular basis.
  • Lead and manage the performance and service delivery quality of payroll.
  • Working with various line/senior managers on a professional and confidential basis.
  • Support and development of the capacity of their team.

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

  • A relevant Payroll Qualification (e.g. IPASS)
  • Strong analytical capability
  • Good business writing, communication interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Expert knowledge in SAP S/4 software

 

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of payroll principles
  • Strong numeracy skills
  • Strong strategic thinking ability and high level of confidentiality
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with staff at all levels of the organisation.
  • Proven leadership, relationship management and influencing skills
  • Understanding of related legislation and procedures

 

 

Location

 

This role will be primarily based in F27 Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2.

 

 

Reporting to

 

Payroll, Time & Expenses Manager

 

 

Why Work with Us? 

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 

  • Progressive, hybrid working model 

  • Career development through mentoring and training  

  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 

  • Sports and Social Clubs 

  • Networking opportunities 

  • Credit Union 

  • Generous Pension 

  • Access to staff well-being programmes 

  • Generous parental leave entitlements 

  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture  

  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion  

  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

 

Salary 

 

€48,000 - €56,500 depending on experience.

 
 

Closing Date 

 

3rd March 2025

 

 

 

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie 

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie  

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

 

 

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