Bookkeeper & Payroll Assistant

Bookkeeper, Payroll & Accounts Assistant

Location: Marlborough, Wiltshire

Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday - Thursday, 9am - 3pm Fridays

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Holiday: 28 Days incl. Bank Holidays.

Sector: Bookkeeping, Payroll, Practice Accountancy

Our client is a multi-office, chartered accountancy firm, providing services across Wiltshire, Somerset, Bristol and beyond. The firm offers a broad range of services including accounts, audit, business and personal tax, bookkeeping, payroll, business advisory and R&D tax credits. They also provide specialist services including crypto tax, wealth planning, wills and probate, giving clients access to accounting, tax, business and legal expertise under one firm. The firm describes its approach as modern and relationship-focused, embracing cloud technology and aiming to provide practical advice that supports clients' financial and business goals.

They're now looking to bring a bookkeeping, payroll and accounts assistant on board to help with the workload in their busy Marlborough office. In this role you'll be a part of the operation foundation of the team, preparing accurate VAT returns, keeping up to date with the portfolio of clients, managing payroll processing and building strong, long term relationships with clients. You'll also assist with any general running of the office as required.

Position Duties

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for a portfolio of clients, ensuring bookkeeping is completed to a high standard and supports the efficient preparation of accounts and tax returns.

Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns within required deadlines, ensuring clients and colleagues have access to reliable and timely financial information.

Manage payroll processing for a portfolio of clients, ensuring all deadlines are met, pension submissions are completed accurately, and clients receive clear and timely payroll information.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues, ensuring financial information is obtained promptly and queries are handled efficiently and professionally.

Contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the office by identifying and implementing improvements to processes, systems and overall working practices.

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