Payroll Administrator - TUS at Unijobs in Limerick, County Limerick

Payroll Administrator - TUS

Unijobs on behalf of TUS, are currently recruiting for a Payroll Administrator in the Finance department. The successful candidate will be required to commence ASAP, and the contract will run initially until for two months. This position holds a 35-hour working week and an hourly rate of €17.55.

Purpose of Department:

The role involves conducting detailed checks on the fortnightly payroll for circa 250 staff and the monthly payroll for external claimants. The role-holder will also be involved in development projects within the payroll area, including integration of systems and processes across TUS and continuous improvement initiatives.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

The successful candidate's duties will include the following:

• Conducting detailed checks and ensuring resolution of all issues on the fortnightly payroll for TUS Midwest fortnightly paid staff.
• Conducting detailed checks and ensuring resolution of all issues on the monthly payrolls for external examiners, guest lecturers and similar one -off payees.
• Processing payment of casual part-time hours.
• Assisting with day-to-day queries in the payroll department.
• Other duties as requested by the finance manager or their nominee.

Note: TUS payrolls are process by Higher Education Payroll Shared Services (HEPSS). The role holder is primarily responsible for ensuring Pay amendments and other changes requested by TUS have been implemented correctly.

The duties outlined above are not intended to represent an exhaustive list. The post holder may be required to undertake additional responsibilities appropriate to the role.

Desirable skills / qualifications:

• A relevant academic qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of payroll processes.
• Payroll - related qualifications would be an advantage but are not essential.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative in line with agreed schedules and targets.
• Good Oral and written communication skills.
• Previous experience supporting a busy department/team.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland at the time of application.

Unijobs is an equal opportunities employer.