Your newpany
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,pliance, 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:
1. Managing end-to-end payroll processes including starters, leavers, and statutory payments
2. Running and submitting P45s, P60s, FPS, and EPS filings to HMRC within deadlines
3. Acting as the first point of contact for payroll queries from scheme members
4. Collaborating with administration and finance teams to ensure smooth operations
5. Supporting finance tasks such as customer billing, online payments, and daily cash book updates
6. Providing excellent service via phone, email, and written correspondence
This role offers the chance to take ownership of your work while contributing to a supportive and skilled team.
What you'll need to succeed
7. Up to 2 years’ experience in payroll administration
8. Strongmunication skills across phone, email, and written formats
9. Intermediate Microsoft Excel andpetent Microsoft Word skills
10. Ability to manage deadlines, multitask, and follow structured processes
11. A methodical and proactive approach to work
12. Willingness to support colleagues and contribute to team success
Whether 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
13. Permanent role with structured training and career development
14. Hybrid working model with flexibility and work-life balance
15. Friendly, inclusive team culture with high professional standards
16. 24 days annual leave (plus trading options), volunteering leave, and increasing entitlement with service
17. Flexible benefits, DC pension scheme, and discretionary annual bonus