£28,000 – £32,000 per year, depending on experience | Full-time: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm | Permanent position | 3-day payroll-only option available
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator / Bookkeeper to join our client’s team.
This is a varied role, with approximately 50% of your time dedicated to payroll and 50% to bookkeeping and VAT preparation. You will work with a wide range of clients and be responsible for managing a busy payroll workload while also supporting clients with their bookkeeping and VAT requirements.
We are also open to a part-time payroll specialist
If you are looking for a 3-day-per-week role, our client would also consider a candidate who wants to focus solely on payroll administration. This position would not include the bookkeeping and VAT responsibilities.
What you'll be doing
Payroll
- Processing and filing payroll for approximately 100 clients.
- Managing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
- Dealing with all aspects of payroll.
- Handling client queries and liaising with HMRC where necessary.
- Ensuring payroll is processed accurately and within strict deadlines.
- Working with PAYE, SSP, SMP, National Insurance and pensions.
Bookkeeping & VAT
- Assisting with bookkeeping for a wide range of clients.
- Preparing VAT returns.
- Working with Sage 50, QuickBooks, Xero and Microsoft Excel.
Client & Office Support
- Communicating with clients, colleagues and HMRC.
- Dealing with clients who visit the office.
- Helping with general administrative duties as required.
What we're looking for
You will ideally have:
- At least 2 years' recent experience processing a high volume of payroll transactions.
- A sound understanding of current payroll legislation, including PAYE, SSP, SMP, National Insurance and pensions.
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to deal with clients and HMRC.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
- The ability to work accurately under pressure.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
Why this could be the role for you
If you have solid payroll experience and are looking for a varied role with the opportunity to work across payroll, bookkeeping and VAT, this could be a great opportunity.
Our client is also open to considering a 3-day-per-week payroll-only candidate, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for greater flexibility.