Payroll Executive
CV-LibraryCardiff, South GlamorganpermanentPosted: 3 August 2026
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Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Payroll Administrator
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Payroll Services
Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
About the Role
We’re representing a leading Top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong national presence and an award-winning payroll division. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their Payroll Services team in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to further their career within a busy bureau environment. You'll manage a portfolio of client payrolls, provide exceptional client service, and work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team while benefiting from ongoing professional development and flexible working.
Key Responsibilities
* Process end-to-end payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed deadlines.
* Administer auto-enrolment pension schemes and ensure compliance with current legislation.
* Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other statutory entitlements.
* Input, validate and reconcile payroll data, carrying out audit checks before processing.
* Prepare year-end payroll reports and support all HMRC reporting requirements.
* Update payroll and time and attendance systems with employee changes and payroll adjustments.
* Respond promptly to payroll queries from clients, HMRC and third-party providers.
* Perform peer reviews of payrolls to maintain high levels of accuracy and quality.
* Maintain accurate payroll records and complete general payroll administration duties.
* Keep up to date with UK payroll legislation and implement legislative changes where required.
* Build strong working relationships with clients, acting as a trusted payroll contact.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Minimum of 1 year's payroll administration experience, ideally within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice.
* Experience processing end-to-end payrolls for multiple clients.
* Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and Auto Enrolment.
* Experience processing statutory payments, pensions and employee benefits.
* Ability to manually calculate payroll where required.
* Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Confident using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
* Proactive, adaptable and able to work effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
* Competitive salary of £29,000 – £32,000 depending on experience.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Birthday leave.
* Paid professional subscriptions.
* Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
* Company pension scheme.
* Supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Opportunity to work for a leading UK accountancy and payroll provider.
* Excellent long-term career progression within a growing payroll division
Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Payroll Administrator
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Payroll Services
Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
About the Role
We’re representing a leading Top 10 accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong national presence and an award-winning payroll division. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their Payroll Services team in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to further their career within a busy bureau environment. You'll manage a portfolio of client payrolls, provide exceptional client service, and work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team while benefiting from ongoing professional development and flexible working.
Key Responsibilities
* Process end-to-end payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed deadlines.
* Administer auto-enrolment pension schemes and ensure compliance with current legislation.
* Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other statutory entitlements.
* Input, validate and reconcile payroll data, carrying out audit checks before processing.
* Prepare year-end payroll reports and support all HMRC reporting requirements.
* Update payroll and time and attendance systems with employee changes and payroll adjustments.
* Respond promptly to payroll queries from clients, HMRC and third-party providers.
* Perform peer reviews of payrolls to maintain high levels of accuracy and quality.
* Maintain accurate payroll records and complete general payroll administration duties.
* Keep up to date with UK payroll legislation and implement legislative changes where required.
* Build strong working relationships with clients, acting as a trusted payroll contact.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Minimum of 1 year's payroll administration experience, ideally within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice.
* Experience processing end-to-end payrolls for multiple clients.
* Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and Auto Enrolment.
* Experience processing statutory payments, pensions and employee benefits.
* Ability to manually calculate payroll where required.
* Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Confident using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
* Proactive, adaptable and able to work effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
* Competitive salary of £29,000 – £32,000 depending on experience.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Birthday leave.
* Paid professional subscriptions.
* Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
* Company pension scheme.
* Supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Opportunity to work for a leading UK accountancy and payroll provider.
* Excellent long-term career progression within a growing payroll division