UK&I Payroll Specialist New - #1714264

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. 

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a part-time basis, reporting directly to the Global Payroll Director. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of payroll legislation in both countries and experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is a part time, remote position that can be based anywhere in UK&I. 

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll for employees in the UK and Ireland, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements, for multiple entities


• Liaise with external payroll providers, ensuring correct data submission and reconciliation


• Review and validate payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner


• Calculate statutory payments and ensure compliance with PAYE and NIC regulations


• Collaborate directly with the US payroll team to maintain employee records, including salary changes, benefits, bonuses, and terminations


• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders


• Prepare payroll journals and coordinate with the finance team on monthly payroll reconciliations


• Assist with year-end payroll processes for reporting

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK and Ireland payroll processing (minimum 3 years preferred), including statutory leave processing


• Strong understanding of HMRC and Irish Revenue requirements


• Experience working with third-party payroll providers


• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills


• Familiarity with benefits administration, pensions, and employment tax


• Experience with Deltek Costpoint (time and expense accounting system) is highly preferred

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Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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*Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements

Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.