Vacancy For Payroll Supervisor at Knock Shrine

Knock Shrine is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Supervisor. This is a part-time, permanent position based onsite in Knock, Co. Mayo.

The Role

The Payroll Supervisor will be responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of weekly and monthly payrolls for Knock Shrine employees.

You will play a key role in ensuring payroll compliance, maintaining data accuracy, and responding to employee queries. Working closely with internal teams and clients, you will contribute to delivering a high-quality payroll service while continuously developing your knowledge of Irish payroll legislation.

This role requires strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage payroll activities within deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Core Duties as follows:

Payroll Processing

• Process payrolls for all employees, supporting end-to-end payroll cycles
• Input, validate, and reconcile payroll data accurately and efficiently
• Support Bank file preparation and payroll reporting
• Ensure payroll activities comply with Irish tax legislation, auto-enrolment, and statutory obligations

Time and Attendance

• Monitor daily clock-ins/outs, shift patterns, breaks, and late arrivals or early departures via Time and Attendance system.
• Process requests and track balances for different types of leave e.g. sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and unpaid time off.
• Review weekly or monthly timecards, flag discrepancies, and coordinate with supervisors and employees to validate missing punches or errors.
• Ensure adherence to local working time regulations, rest-break laws, and internal company policies, generating audit and attendance trend reports for management.
• Prepare clean attendance summaries and hour totals for payroll processing.

Benefits Administration

• Process pension contributions and statutory deductions
• Administer employee benefits in line with company policies
• Respond to payroll and benefits-related queries, escalating complex issues where necessary

  Systems and Technology

• Use payroll systems to manage employee data and payroll processing
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within payroll systems
• Support the implementation of system enhancements and process improvements
• Collaborate with internal support teams on system updates

Audit and Compliance

• Assist in payroll audits and internal checks
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection policies and standards
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll and employee information

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications and Experience

• IPASS qualification – min 5 years’ experience
• Proven in-house experience in payroll processing
• Proven ability to manage multiple payroll deadlines, prioritise effectively and take ownership of work through to completion.
• Practical experience using Revenue Online Service (ROS)
• Working knowledge of Irish payroll legislation
• Strong Microsoft Office and general system skills
• Experience with Quantum payroll system would be advantageous

Date Posted: 5th November 2026

Organisation: Knock Shrine

Type: Part time, permanent (3 days per week)

Location: Knock, County Mayo

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a Cover Letter highlighting why you believe you are a suitable candidate for the role to [email protected]

The closing date for receipt of applications for this position is close of business on Friday 20th November 2026