Part-Time Accounts And Payroll Administrator / Bookkeeper

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We are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper to join our team, on either a part-time or full-time basis.

As the Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our financial operations on a day-to-day basis. The role includes managing our daily financial activities, processing weekly payroll, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports.

The ideal candidate will be a strong bookkeeper with an almost obsessive attention to detail, and ideally, experience of running a small payroll. You should be highly organised and able to work well under pressure, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Experience in managing CIS and import/export tax will be a distinct advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and manage weekly payroll for approximately 20 employees
• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare monthly reports, e.g., debtors and creditors
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions
• Prepare and submit HMRC and VAT returns
• Work closely with the directors to identify areas for improvement
• Other administration, e.g., answering the phone, managing petty cash, etc.

Requirements:

• Minimum of AAT/NVQ qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in accounting and Payroll administration
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
• Proficiency in Sage 50 Accounts, Sage 50 Payroll, and Microsoft Office
• Extremely high attention to detail and a 'right-first-time' attitude
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines

What We Offer:

• A salary of £27,000 - £30,000 pa (pro rata) dependent on experience and ability
• Flexitime, subject to policy/procedure
• 25 days holiday plus statutory public holidays (pro rata for part-time workers)
• An annual, discretionary bonus
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• The opportunity to have real ownership and autonomy in your role

We are content that this is a full-time position but we will also consider flexibility in working hours if part-time is a better fit for you. However, we feel this role requires a minimum of 30 hours per week and that this would be either five shorter days or four longer days. If you are a fantastic bookkeeper and you are looking for part-time hours, please apply and we'd be happy to discuss your requirements at interview.

Please note that this is an office-based role and we are not able to offer hybrid working for this position at this time.