Mixed Bookkeeper and Payroll Professional

A small, but long-standing and successful accountancy firm based in Bedfordshire are seeking to hire for a key job role and are looking for a mixed Bookkeeper and Payroll professional. The firm are undergoing a period of growth and are looking to expand their workforce to deal with the workload. The salary is negotiable, will of course depend on experience and qualification level and is open within reason. The firm will also consider full-time and part-time applications.

The firm are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with experience in payroll.

You will take ownership of the firm’s payroll and VAT bureau services, processing around 30 payrolls and 25 VAT returns monthly and quarterly. The role involves working closely with clients to manage their payroll, VAT, and bookkeeping needs, handle queries, and provide accurate and timely support. You’ll also assist with year-end account preparation, including reconciliations and control accounts.

This is an office-based position, but there is some flexibility around start and finish times. Free parking is available nearby.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll processing for a portfolio of clients, including maintaining payroll records and handling client queries
• Prepare and submit VAT returns across a range of VAT schemes
• Carry out bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage
• Ensure correct VAT treatment and transaction allocation
• Raise and process journals
• Assist with year-end accounts prep including reconciliations of bank, VAT, and PAYE accounts
• Liaise with clients on payroll data submission and explain variances
• Respond to client queries in a professional and friendly manner
• Manage workload independently while being a collaborative team member

Benefits:

• Salary is open, dependent on the right person with flexibility for the right candidate
• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• Flexible start and finish times (hours must be made up)
• Study support for AAT or ACCA, tailored to the individual
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free local parking (on-street and nearby public car park)