Payroll Assistant - Cardiff A leading retail organisation is seeking a meticulous and proactive Payroll Assistant to join its head office finance team in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in payroll while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Payroll Assistant – Cardiff (Retail) Location: Cardiff (Office-based) Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £26,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Your Responsibilities Will Include: Checking and processing starter, leaver, and change forms from branches and HQ Uploading weekly and monthly hours for payroll runs Calculating statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP) Verifying tax codes, student loans, and PAYE forms with HMRC Supporting payroll for the Isle of Man and Guernsey regions Managing deductions including AOE, CSA, and voluntary payments Responding to internal and external payroll queries via phone, email, and post Generating payroll reports using Excel and maintaining accurate records You’ll Bring:✔ Experience working within a payroll function ✔ High attention to detail and a methodical approach ✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel ✔ Strong communication and problem-solving skills ✔ Confidence working to strict deadlines If you’re ready to take the next step in your payroll career with a recognised retail brand, we’d love to hear from you. 4708098