Senior Payroll Coordinator

About the Role

Itron, a company focused on innovative solutions for energy and water management, is seeking a Senior Payroll Coordinator based in Cork, Ireland. This position is within their Global Business Services unit and reports directly to the Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll Manager. The role features a hybrid work setup and offers a comprehensive compensation package.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full payroll processing for assigned countries/entities, guaranteeing timeliness and adherence to local legal requirements.
• Review and confirm accuracy of payroll data, including employee lifecycle changes such as hires, terminations, salary adjustments, bonuses, leave, and overtime.
• Coordinate payroll schedule, deadlines, and statutory submissions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to payroll teams when necessary.
• Oversee country-specific payroll mailboxes and checklists; lead migrations of country payrolls as required.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and social security obligations.
• Support internal and external payroll audits with necessary documentation.
• Maintain payroll controls, reconciliations, and approval processes.
• Drive legislative and change requests through management review.
• Serve as the principal payroll liaison for employees, HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors.
• Address complex payroll issues efficiently, professionally, and confidentially.
• Coordinate with third-party payroll providers to uphold service standards.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliation, and variance analyses to ensure accurate financial records and support month/year-end processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in payroll processes, documentation, and controls.
• Contribute to payroll system enhancements, transitions, and global projects.
• Provide coaching and support to payroll team members and manage ad hoc data investigations and process reviews.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of five years of payroll experience, ideally in multinational or shared services environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling complex payrolls with diverse pay components.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, statutory regulations, and tax obligations.
• Experienced in collaborating with third-party payroll providers is highly advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel and payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP, or similar platforms.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform in a fast-paced scenario with discretion and confidentiality.
• Relevant payroll or accounting certifications preferred (e.g., IPASS, CIPP), along with a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.

Competencies

• Accuracy and accountability in all payroll activities.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong customer orientation and service focus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

What We Offer

• The chance to contribute to a sustainable future by managing vital resources like water, energy, and gas.
• Career growth opportunities in a notable multinational company’s finance hub with global operations.
• A competitive annual salary in the range of 60,000 to 65,000 EUR, plus benefits including pension, health insurance, flexible working arrangements, study support, and parking facilities.

Additional Information

Itron prioritizes diversity and inclusiveness, encouraging applications from candidates whose backgrounds may not exactly match all job criteria but who could still be excellent fits. Salary offers are based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during application or employment processes.