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Payroll Specialist - ROI
Because we strive to put people first. Culture, our way.
What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having, and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career, and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.
What You’ll Get
People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best.
Let’s talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays, with an option to buy 5 more. We also offer Tax Saver Tickets, a fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.
What You’ll Do as a Payroll Specialist - ROI at Primark
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Republic of Ireland payroll team. This role, based in our Reading office, involves supporting the operational delivery of payrolls. You’ll need to work confidently under tight deadlines and be an outstanding team player. This position is ideal for someone looking to advance their career with proven experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Support the payroll team in producing the company’s payrolls.
* Monitor work against deadlines and alert the payroll manager to any risks.
* Ensure company and team procedures and policies are followed to deliver accurate payrolls.
* Provide cover for other specialists and manager tasks related to payroll sign-off and high-priority tasks.
* Demonstrate high-quality outputs with attention to detail.
* Prepare and upload system files.
* Assist with software fixes and improvements, liaising with suppliers and payroll specialists.
* Maintain knowledge of processes and Primark rules, including year-end, pension rules, statutory returns, and reporting.
* Stay updated on legislative changes and support implementation.
* Help allocate resources to ensure timely completion of period and year-end tasks, including pension and statutory returns.
* Establish and maintain positive working relationships across teams.
* Work cross-functionally as required.
* Identify and implement improvements and efficiencies.
* Review and sign complex correspondence and draft replies to external bodies.
* Be aware of team, company, and customer priorities.
* Lead by example, maintaining high accuracy in workload.
* Process payments and meet deadlines.
* Perform payroll/finance reconciliations.
* Perform other duties as required.
What You’ll Bring
At Primark, we want everyone to feel valued — so please bring your authentic self, along with key experience and abilities for this role:
* 5+ years payroll experience (or 2+ years in payroll with at least 3 years in other industries).
* A detail-oriented individual.
* Ability to lead by example, with detailed knowledge of payroll processes.
* Knowledge of tax regulations, statutory and pension returns, and year-end procedures.
* Experience working under deadlines and pressure.
* Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
* Ability to complete tasks independently while keeping the team informed.
Does this sound like you? Great! You’ll be supported by a capable team, celebrating your individuality and helping you reach your potential. At Primark, we’re excited about our future — and yours.
About Primark
At Primark, people matter. They’re the heart of our business, which has grown from a single store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business, with over 80,000 colleagues and more than 440 stores across 17 countries today. Our values are caring, dynamic, and collaborative. We’re committed to putting people first, pushing boundaries, and succeeding together.
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