Accounts Payable Specialist - 6-Month Contract

Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised multinational headquartered in Dublin, operating at the forefront of its industry. Known for its inclusive and forward-thinking culture, the company places a strong emphasis on innovation, employee wellbeing, and continuous be joining a high-performing finance function that values collaboration and professional development. With modern offices, flexible hybrid working, and a supportive team environment, this is a standout contract role for an experienced payroll professional looking to make an immediate impact. Your new role As Senior Payroll Specialist, you'll be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process for 500+ employees across multiple systems. You'll ensure compliance with Irish payroll legislation, handle audits and reconciliations, and act as the key contact for payroll queries across HR and is a pivotal role where you'll also lead on process improvements and provide support to junior payroll team members. What you'll need to succeed 5+ years' senior-level payroll experience, preferably in large or multinational organisations Deep knowledge of Irish payroll legislation and compliance Experience with payroll systems such as Sage, Papaya, or SAP Payroll Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage complex processes and multiple pay cycles Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience A proactive, solutions-focused mindset What you'll get in return Competitive daily rate Hybrid working for strong work-life balance Opportunity to work with a prestigious multinational Immediate start Supportive and collaborative finance & HR teams Potential to extend your contract and grow professionally What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Benefits : Work From Home €40 000 - €45 000 (Pro Rata)