Assistant Payroll & Accounts Officer

Description

Your new company

Based in Cardiff, a well-regarded consultancy firm within the financial services sector is seeking an Assistant Payroll and Accounts Officer to join their established finance team. Known for delivering high-quality services to corporate and trustee clients, the organisation offers a professional yet friendly environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration, development, and client care.

Your new role

As Assistant Payroll and Accounts Officer, you'll play a key role in administering monthly pensioner payrolls across a growing client base. You'll take ownership of multiple payroll schemes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent service delivery. This is a varied role that also includes broader finance support, making it ideal for someone looking to deepen their experience in payroll and accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing end-to-end payroll processes including starters, leavers, and statutory paymentsRunning and submitting P45s, P60s, FPS, and EPS filings to HMRC within deadlinesActing as the first point of contact for payroll queries from scheme membersCollaborating with administration and finance teams to ensure smooth operationsSupporting finance tasks such as customer billing, online payments, and daily cash book updatesProviding excellent service via phone, email, and written correspondenceThis role offers the chance to take ownership of your work while contributing to a supportive and skilled team.

What you'll need to succeed

Up to 2 years' experience in payroll administrationStrong communication skills across phone, email, and written formatsIntermediate Microsoft Excel and competent Microsoft Word skillsAbility to manage deadlines, multitask, and follow structured processesA methodical and proactive approach to workWillingness to support colleagues and contribute to team successWhether you're building on early experience or seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers a solid platform for growth.What you'll get in return

Permanent role with structured training and career developmentCompetitive salary up to 28,000 depending on experienceHybrid working model with flexibility and work-life balanceFriendly, inclusive team culture with high professional standards24 days annual leave (plus trading options), volunteering leave, and increasing entitlement with serviceFlexible benefits, DC pension scheme, and discretionary annual bonusWhat you need to do now

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV or contact at Hays Accountancy & Finance on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

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