Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Payroll Officer - Cardiff - 6-9 months

We're recruiting for a Senior Payroll Officer to join a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. This is a 6-month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension to 9 months. The role offers hybrid working (2 days in office), a 35-hour week, and a supportive team environment.This is a hands-on position suited to someone confident in managing complex payroll tasks, statutory reporting, and mentoring junior staff. You'll be working closely with HR, Finance, and IT to support payroll operations and contribute to ongoing system improvements.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead monthly payroll processing for all staff

Manage complex queries and statutory payments (SMP, SPP, etc.)

Submit quarterly and annual HMRC returns

Oversee pension and expense payments

Mentor Payroll Administrators and support team development

Provide payroll analytics and reporting

Attend cross-functional meetings and support system upgrades

Reconcile and authorise weekly expense payments

Requirements:

Strong working knowledge of PAYE, pensions, and salary sacrifice

Experience with payroll systems and process improvement

Confident using Excel and producing reports for stakeholders

A recognised payroll qualification is essential

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make an impact in a well-run payroll function, with the flexibility and support to deliver high-quality work.
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