EMEA Payroll Specialist

About the company

FMC is a global agricultural sciences company focused on advancing crop protection and helping farmers improve productivity and resilience. Its work is guided by the idea of using innovation to solve key challenges in agriculture. The company highlights a strong development pipeline that includes next-generation technologies such as Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr. FMC emphasizes a workplace culture built on integrity, safety, respect, results, collaboration, and meaningful contribution from day one.

This position is based in Cork and supports payroll operations across several EMEA countries within a hybrid Local and Shared Service model. The role reports to the International Payroll Manager EMEA and works closely with Finance, HR, external payroll vendors, and banking partners to ensure payroll is handled accurately, compliantly, and on time.

Key responsibilities

• Run monthly payroll activities for multiple EMEA countries through ADP Streamline, and step in as backup when team members are absent.
• Collect, check, and send payroll inputs to external payroll vendors while ensuring the data is complete, accurate, and approved within deadlines.
• Keep payroll documentation up to date and make sure salary payments, employee disbursements, and payroll questions are handled correctly.
• Apply statutory rules, tax obligations, SOX controls, and audit requirements across all payroll-related processes.
• Assist with month-end closing tasks and address internal and external audit issues promptly.
• Work effectively with Finance, HR, payroll service partners, and banks to keep payroll operations running smoothly.
• Manage priorities proactively, meet payroll cut-offs, and stay informed about local payroll laws and regulatory updates.

Required profile

• A qualification in Payroll, HR, or Accounting Technician is preferred.
• At least 2–3 years of payroll experience in a multinational environment, ideally in a Shared Services Center setup.
• Practical knowledge of MS Office, ADP payroll platforms, and Time & Attendance tools.
• Strong command of English; French, German, or Italian language skills are an added advantage.
• Ability to collaborate well in teams and build strong working relationships across functions and with external partners.
• A results-focused approach with the ability to balance operational and financial needs while delivering timely and cost-conscious solutions.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work smoothly in a culturally varied environment.
• Self-driven, target-oriented, and capable of handling priorities and deadlines efficiently.
• Professional, tactful, and respectful when engaging with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.

Additional information

Applicants who are enthusiastic about contributing to a diverse, collaborative, and quality-driven workplace are encouraged to apply. FMC states that it is an equal opportunity employer and that it is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Hiring decisions are made based on business needs, role requirements, and individual qualifications. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. FMC also affirms that its employment practices are designed to support a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Equal opportunity

The company’s hiring and employment practices are intended to promote fairness, inclusion, and respect in the workplace.