Payroll Assistant

Role Overview

Walsh Waste & Recycling is hiring a part-time Payroll Assistant at its Oranmore, County Galway site in Deerpark Industrial Estate. The role focuses on accurate, timely payroll delivery and day-to-day payroll administration across a workforce of around 90 salaried and hourly employees.

Payroll Processing and Compliance

• Run weekly payroll for roughly 90 salaried and hourly staff, making sure every payment is correct and processed on schedule.
• Update payroll for all changes, including new hires, exits, pay revisions, overtime, and deductions.
• Work out pension deductions together with taxable and non-taxable additions and deductions.
• Keep payroll documentation aligned with legal requirements and company procedures.
• Track and review Benefits-in-Kind (BIK) and other payroll items to ensure they meet current legislation.

Payroll Operations and Employee Support

• Work with external payroll providers and help improve payroll systems and procedures.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees in a prompt and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate employee information in HR and payroll platforms.
• Update attendance, leave, and absence records for staff.

Reporting and Finance Support

• Prepare payroll reports for management, including information used in budgeting and forecasting.
• Support internal and external payroll audits and coordinate with auditors when needed.
• Complete other duties assigned by the Financial Controller and HR Manager.

About the Company

Walsh Waste & Recycling operates with a focus on sustainable, fair, and cost-effective service delivery. The business invests in its people, uses modern technology, and supports a circular economy through waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, while continuing to prioritise strong customer service.

Sustainability Highlights

• Reduced CO₂ emissions by 50%.
• Improved collection route efficiency by 20%.
• Is moving its full car and van fleet to electric vehicles.
• Plans to plant 50,000 trees to balance operational emissions.
• Uses 100% renewable electricity for operations.
• Is growing renewable energy capacity with rooftop solar panels.

Company Culture and Workplace

The company describes a friendly and inclusive workplace where people from varied backgrounds work together to deliver high-quality service. Ongoing development and training are part of the culture. All departments are based together in Oranmore, close to local amenities and about a 2-minute drive from the M6 motorway. Employees are provided with suitable tools and equipment, the vehicle fleet is regularly updated and maintained on site, and the office has recently been refurbished with modern, energy-efficient equipment.

Additional Information

Location: Walsh Waste & Recycling, Deerpark Industrial Estate, Oranmore, County Galway, Ireland

Contract type: Part-time

Closing date: Friday 24 July 2026

Salary: Up to €0.00 per hour

Vacancies: Not specified

Start date: Not specified

Notice period: Not specified

Working pattern: Not specified

Required criteria: Not specified

Desired criteria: Not specified

Terms and conditions: No additional terms were provided in the source.