Payroll Executive at BWG Foods

Payroll Executive

BWG Foods owns and operates the SPAR, EUROSPAR, MACE, Londis and XL brands in the Republic of Ireland, working in partnership with independent retailers with more than 1,000 stores serving local communities right across the country. The stores serve in excess of one million shoppers every single day.

The wholesale division of BWG Foods also includes BWG Foodservice, Corrib Food Products and Williams Gate, as well as Value Centre and 4 Aces, our nationwide network of Cash and Carry branches.

Due to the ongoing expansion of H2R an opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Executive on both a Permanent Full Time and Part Time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and accurate processing of multiple weekly payrolls using world class technologies to exploit opportunities for efficiencies. 

The responsibilities of this role include the following:

• Manage payroll process for multiple independent retailers and business as part of a Payroll Shared Service centre

• Process necessary payments and deductions on a weekly basis as recorded in Employee Central

• Process payroll using Success Factors Employee Central and Employee Central Payroll alongside supporting integrated technologies

• Manage payroll queries as they arise from independent retailers

• Support retailers in managing data to ensure accurate payroll processing

• Review data to support and aid during the onboarding process to ensure accurate payroll process

• Ensure compliance with Revenue in all payments processed

• Prepare and make available relevant reports, payroll analysis and accounting processes

• As required, process joiners and leavers in the system

The candidate must possess the following attributes:

• Previous experience in ROI and UK payroll

• Up to date with relevant compliance e.g. PAYE Modernisation etc

• Ability to prioritise workload and to meet deadlines

• Excellent numerical and mathematical skills

• Knowledge of payroll software systems and/or strong computer skills

• The ability to handle confidential / sensitive information

• The ability work accurately with a strong attention to detail

• Strong organisational and administration skills with the ability to follow payroll processes

• Trustworthy

• Critical thinker within a fast paced environment

• Adaptable to change, in order to achieve efficiencies

The ideal candidate will also possess the following:

• IPASS Qualification or working towards a qualification

• Adaptable to varying payroll frequencies, timelines and processes

• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

• Works well as part of a team as well as working on own initiative

• Strong communication skills

• Desire and attitude of continuous improvement

• Customer Service Orientated

• Experience in SAP Success Factors EC and ECP system