Head of Payroll Processing
Dalata Hotel Group
Europe, Ireland, Cork
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Salary
Rank
Director
Responsibility
Functional Tower Lead
Scope
Regional
Workplace
100% in office
Functions
HR
Reports to
Head of Shared Service Centre
Level
N-2
Travel Max:
0%
Posting Date
09-18-2025
Description
We are seeking a driven Head of Payroll Processing to lead a high-performing payroll team in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Head of Shared Service Centre, the successful candidate will oversee the operation of multiple payrolls across Ireland and the UK, ensuring the accurate and timely payment of over 4,500 employees weekly across various locations. Additionally, they will take a lead role in ensuring payroll is processed for Dalata’s European hotel operations, ensuring consistent and compliant service delivery across all regions.
This is a senior leadership role within Dalata’s Shared Service Centre, based in Maldron Hotel South Mall, Co.Cork. Ideal for candidates with 3–5 years’ experience in a senior payroll or finance position, preferably within a multi-site or high-volume environment.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive and forward-thinking setting. As a leader, you will inspire your team to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services, driving performance and fostering a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
If you are enthusiastic about operational excellence and eager to advance your career in a centralized, high-impact role, we invite you to explore a career with Dalata Hotel Group.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the payroll department, including weekly and monthly payroll runs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery using Megapay payroll software.
- Provide strong leadership, direction, and coaching to the Payroll Team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Manage payroll-related projects, including the implementation of new legislative requirements and system enhancements.
- Coordinate and respond to internal and external audit requests, ensuring timely and accurate information is provided.
- Lead payroll integration for business acquisitions and new property openings across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
- Analyse payroll KPIs and trends, providing actionable insights and regular reports to senior management.
- Establish and maintain clear, consistent communication channels with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating closely on payroll-related tasks and strategic projects.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation and company policies across multiple jurisdictions.
- Continuously review and improve payroll processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience.
- Act as the key point of contact for system upgrades, troubleshooting, and vendor liaison related to Megapay.
Qualification & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field; or a recognised payroll qualification (IPASS / CIPP) or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of professional payroll experience in Ireland and/or the UK; EMEA experience is an advantage.
- Expertise in payroll systems; Megapay experience is a distinct advantage.
- Strong knowledge of Irish and UK payroll legislation, with a proven history of ensuring compliance.
- Experience in auditing and reconciling payrolls with high accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple projects successfully and simultaneously.
- Experience in mergers and acquisitions, particularly payroll integration, is an advantage.
Benefits
- Free employee meals on duty
- 50% Off FB in all properties
- €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels
- 30% Friends Family discount
- Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)
- Employee Assistance Programme and Interactive Wellbeing Platform
- Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes
- Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)
- Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey
- Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events
Company Profile
Dalata Hotel Group
Industry
Hotels & Resorts
Revenue
$765.32M
Employees
5,500
Fortune 500 Rank
NA
Global 500 Rank
NA
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