Payroll Administrator

About RBK

RBK has spent more than 65 years delivering accounting, audit, and tax services to businesses in Ireland and abroad. What began as a small regional practice has developed into one of Ireland’s most established independently branded accountancy firms, with offices in Dublin, Athlone, Roscommon, and Castlebar.

Role Overview

RBK is hiring a Payroll Administrator to join its Payroll team. The team provides outsourced payroll support to clients across a broad range of industries, each with its own payroll needs.

Why Join RBK

At RBK, employees are treated as valued contributors rather than numbers. The firm focuses on helping people shape their careers while supporting business growth. It offers a collaborative and encouraging environment designed to help people develop both professionally and personally. Team members gain direct client exposure, early access to senior leadership, and mentoring opportunities that support continuous learning.

RBK Values

• People are placed first, with a commitment to fairness, respect, integrity, and trust.
• The firm aims to create a positive impact for clients and communities.
• Success is built through teamwork and mutual support.
• Communication is kept clear, direct, and purposeful to reduce confusion and improve focus.
• Responsibility is taken seriously, with an emphasis on excellence and better outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves handling a range of payroll administration tasks for multiple clients while working to strict deadlines and maintaining confidentiality.

• Prepare weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payroll runs accurately and on schedule for a portfolio of clients.
• Work closely with clients to gather payroll data, resolve questions, and provide a reliable, professional service.
• Process payroll updates such as new starters, leavers, tax certificates, benefit-in-kind calculations, pension changes, and statutory deductions.
• Compile PAYE, PRSI, and EFT payment files while keeping compliance and confidentiality standards in place.
• Produce payroll reports and check them before they are shared with clients.
• Assist the Payroll Manager in handling several client accounts and payroll cycles.
• Keep payroll records and supporting documents accurate and properly stored in the archiving system.
• Stay informed about payroll legislation and apply any required changes.
• Carry out general payroll administration and office support duties in a busy professional setting.
• Show strong organisation, accuracy, initiative, and MS Office capability while contributing effectively as part of a team.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Excellent precision and a strong eye for detail.
• Good planning, prioritisation, and time management ability.
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
• Confident in client communication and dealing with queries professionally.
• Trusted to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
• Well-developed administrative and document control skills.
• Collaborative mindset with strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prior administration experience in a busy office setting.
• Strong practical knowledge of MS Excel.
• Good IT skills and comfort using different systems and software.
• Payroll experience would be an advantage.
• A willingness to learn and grow within a payroll-focused role.
• Experience with data entry, reporting, or financial data is desirable.

Working Arrangements

This is a fully office-based position in Athlone. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm.