Payroll and Finance Officer

Payroll & Finance Officer

Location: St Mellons, Cardiff

Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Pattern: Hybrid – Office-based during probation, then 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home following successful completion of probation.

The Opportunity

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected professional services organisation to recruit a Payroll & Finance Officer.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to join a supportive and collaborative finance team. The role offers a varied workload, combining end-to-end payroll responsibilities with finance administration, client account management and reconciliations. Following a successful probation period, you'll benefit from a flexible hybrid working arrangement, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities to include

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• Process end-to-end payrolls accurately and within strict deadlines.
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• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring all employee and information is accurate.
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• Process starters, leavers, amendments, deductions and statutory payments.
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• Complete payroll reconciliations, including PAYE, National Insurance and year-end processes.
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• Prepare statutory payroll documentation and submissions.
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• Manage client bank accounts, cashbooks and BACS payment runs.
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• Carry out bank reconciliations and monitor cash movements.
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• Prepare reports and maintain accurate payroll and financial records.
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• Respond to payroll-related queries from clients and stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
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• Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies where required.
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• Support the wider finance function with purchase invoices, customer invoicing and other finance administration.
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• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, company procedures and data protection requirements.
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• Identify opportunities to improve processes and maintain excellent levels of accuracy and efficiency.
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About You

We're looking for someone who has:

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• Previous experience processing end-to-end payroll.
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• A strong understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and payroll legislation.
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• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
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• Experience of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
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• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
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• The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively within a team.
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• Payroll qualifications (such as CIPP) would be advantageous but are not essential.
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What's on Offer

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• Salary up to £31,000 depending on experience.
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• Permanent, full-time position.
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• Hybrid working after successful completion of probation (2 days office / 3 days home).
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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• 24 days holiday plus bank hols.
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• Holiday purchase and sale scheme.
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• Pension matched up to 5%.
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• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave.
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• Discretionary bonus on offer.
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• Life assurance scheme.
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• Critical illness cover and income protection scheme on offer.
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• Opportunity to join a growing and reputable organisation with long-term career prospects.
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