Payroll & Finance Officer
Môrwell Talent Solutions Ltd
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 - Process end-to-end payrolls accurately and within strict deadlines. - Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring all employee and information is accurate. - Process starters, leavers, amendments, deductions and statutory payments. - Complete payroll reconciliations, including PAYE, National Insurance and year-end processes. - Prepare statutory payroll documentation and submissions. - Manage client bank accounts, cashbooks and BACS payment runs. - Carry out bank reconciliations and monitor cash movements. - Prepare reports and maintain accurate payroll and financial records. - Respond to payroll-related queries from clients and stakeholders in a professional and timely manner. - Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies where required. - Support the wider finance function with purchase invoices, customer invoicing and other finance administration. - Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, company procedures and data protection requirements. - Identify opportunities to improve processes and maintain excellent levels of accuracy and efficiency. About You We're looking for someone who has: - Previous experience processing end-to-end payroll. - A strong understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and payroll legislation. - Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy. - Experience of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. - Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. - The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively within a team. - Payroll qualifications (such as CIPP) would be advantageous but are not essential. What's on Offer - Salary up to £31,000 depending on experience. - Permanent, full-time position. - Hybrid working after successful completion of probation (2 days office / 3 days home). - Supportive and collaborative working environment. - Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. - 24 days holiday plus bank hols. - Holiday purchase and sale scheme. - Pension matched up to 5%. - Enhanced maternity / paternity leave. - Discretionary bonus on offer. - Life assurance scheme. - Critical illness cover and income protection scheme on offer. - Opportunity to join a growing and reputable organisation with long-term career prospects.