Hays Non-Qualified Finance are currently recruiting for a Temporary Lead Payroll Officer on behalf of a well-established organisation, based in Llanelli.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where payroll plays a critical function within the Finance team. The role offers exposure to a busy environment supporting a workforce of circa 650 employees and provides the chance to make a real impact across payroll operations.

We are looking for someone with strong experience in payroll processing who can take a hands-on and detail-focused approach to their work. The successful candidate will take ownership of end-to-end payroll activities while acting as a key link between Finance, HR, and employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency at all times.

Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and processing monthly payroll and ad-hoc runs
- Calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and statutory payments (PAYE, NIC, pensions)
- Ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements, including RTI submissions and year-end reporting
- Managing new starters, leavers, and employee changes, including P45 and P60 documentation
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and systems, ensuring high levels of data integrity
- Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner
- Producing General Ledger files and supporting reconciliation processes
- Providing payroll analysis and supporting reporting, audits, and stakeholder requests
- Supporting pension auto-enrolment and benefits administration

Experience with payroll systems and strong Excel skills are essential, with knowledge of UK payroll legislation required. A payroll-related qualification (such as CIPP) is desirable, along with experience in high-volume payroll environments.

Length of assignment: 8 weeks (immediate requirement)
Location: Llanelli
Hybrid policy: Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
Ideal start date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

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