Payroll Manager & Bookkeeper Location: Garforth, Leeds
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 2834.5 hours per week (Monday to Thursday)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About the Role Were seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager & Bookkeeper to join our friendly and growing accountancy team in Garforth, Leeds .
This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised, client-focused professional who enjoys variety and flexibility. Youll be responsible for running approximately 80 client payrolls per month, as well as handling bookkeeping, CIS, and VAT for a diverse range of clients.
The position is offered on a permanent basis, initially covering maternity leave, and includes a 4-day working week (MondayThursday) with flexible hours and the ability to bank additional holiday.
Key Responsibilities Process and manage approximately 80 monthly payrolls and CIS returns for multiple clients
Maintain accurate bookkeeping and prime entry records
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Liaise directly with clients, ensuring compliance and timely communication
Ensure adherence to HMRC regulations and deadlines
Support continuous improvements to payroll and bookkeeping processes
Essential Experience Proven experience in an accountancy practice managing payroll, bookkeeping, VAT, and CIS
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple client files
Confident working independently with minimal supervision
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable Software Knowledge Xero
Dext
Capium
BrightPay
Sage Payroll
Working Hours & Benefits 2834.5 hours per week (MondayThursday)
Flexible working between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM (core hours 10:00 AM4:00 PM)
Option to bank an extra half-day holiday per month through flexible working
16 days annual leave (based on a 4-day week) + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown (23 Dec 2 Jan)
Additional 1 day holiday for every 5 years service
Modern, well-equipped offices close to the M1 and Garforth train stations
Interested? If youre an experienced payroll professional who enjoys variety, flexibility, and client interaction, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us in confidence for more information.
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