Payroll Specialist

Redmore Recruitment limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cardiff is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage payrolls across multiple clients. You will administer payroll using Xero, ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate has experience in a payroll bureau and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a bureau or multi-client environment required.
• Strong understanding of UK PAYE, NI and pension schemes.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients.
• Administer payrolls accurately and timely in Xero.
• Calculate statutory payments such as SSP and SMP.

Skills

Payroll experience

Proficiency in Xero Payroll

Numerical accuracy

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

CIPP (Certificate in Payroll Practice)

Tools

Xero Payroll

BrightPay

Sage

QuickBooks Payroll

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Clerk

Location: Cardiff, South Wales

Salary: 28,000 to 30,000

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5hrs or Part-time 25 hrs weekly

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage multiple client payrolls across various sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and processing weekly and monthly salary payrolls using Xero (and Xero Payroll). This role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining excellent client service standards.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients across different industries.

• Administer both weekly and monthly payrolls in Xero with accuracy and timeliness.

• Input, verify, and maintain employee data including starters, leavers, and amendments.

• Calculate statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP, and holiday pay.

• Process pensions, ensuring compliance with automatic enrolment requirements.

• Prepare and submit RTI (Real Time Information) submissions to HMRC.

• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies or queries promptly.

• Prepare payslips, payroll summaries, and year-end documentation (P60, P45, P11D).

• Liaise with clients, accountants, and HMRC regarding payroll matters.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practices.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Payroll experience, preferably within a bureau or multi-client environment.

• Proficiency in Xero Payroll (essential).

• Solid understanding of UK PAYE, NI, pension schemes, and statutory compliance.

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and client service skills.

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines efficiently.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.

Desirable:

• Experience with other payroll systems (e.g., BrightPay, Sage, or QuickBooks Payroll).

• Payroll qualifications such as CIPP (Certificate in Payroll Practice) or working towards it.

• Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) payrolls.