Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover with excellent opportunity for permanent position
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Start Date: TBC
Working hours : 34.5 per week
About the Role: We are a small, friendly accountancy practice seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator with bookkeeping skills to join our team on maternity cover. This is an excellent opportunity for someone from a practice background looking for a role with strong potential to become permanent.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. This role requires proficiency in using accounting software primarily Xero and Bright Pay along with a good understanding of payroll systems.
In addition, the role involves core bookkeeping duties, including entering financial data from client records, reconciling accounts, and preparing accurate trial balances as part of the period-end process. Attention to detail and a methodical approach to client data are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Processing payroll for multiple clients
Basic bookkeeping duties
Using Xero accounting software
Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation
Client liaison and query resolution
Essential Requirements:
Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll administration
Previous experience working in accountancy practice
Proficiency with Xero accounting software
Basic bookkeeping knowledge required
.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational skills
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Company pension
Supportive, friendly working environment
Opportunity to transition to a permanent role
Small practice atmosphere with varied work
Free on-site parking
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