The Affidea Group is one of the most successful European healthcare diagnostics imaging companies. We have over 400 staff within our Irish clinics, where the business operates diagnostic imaging and minor injuries center's around the country, offering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, insurers, employers and other organisations.
We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the payroll function within our ROI business. This is a stand‑alone position, and the ideal candidate will play a key role in delivering a high‑quality, accurate, and reliable payroll service.
The role will initially support two monthly payrolls, with responsibility for approximately 450 employees, with a planned transition to full in‑house processing on Sage Payroll (Micropay) by Q2 2026. Additionally, by the end of 2026, it is hoped to include the in-house processing of three Northern Ireland payrolls, supporting approximately 75 employees within this role.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys ownership, problem‑solving, and working closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
Responsibilities:
Download, review, validate, and approve time and attendance data, preparing payroll submissions for an outsourced payroll provider
Ensure full compliance with Irish payroll legislation, including tax, pensions, BIK, and other statutory obligations
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date payroll and employee records
Respond to payroll queries from employees, providing clear explanations and timely resolutions
Work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll integration and data accuracy
Carry out payroll audits and investigate and resolve discrepancies
Assist with month‑end and year‑end payroll reporting
Prepare payroll journals for posting to finance systems
Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practice within the healthcare sector