Permanent Full-Time Bookkeeper / Payroll Administrator – Bolton
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper / Payroll Administrator to join a well-established accountancy practice based in Bolton.
About the Role
This is a full-time, permanent position working 34.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based fully on-site. You’ll be part of a small, friendly team of 9 supporting a varied client base.
Hours include a 4:30pm finish on Fridays, offering a great work-life balance.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced and reliable individual who has worked within an accountancy practice, with hands-on experience in both bookkeeping and payroll.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience working within practice environment
- Experience using payroll software
- Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload effectively
- Proficiency with cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Knowledge of VAT
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to take on a variety of administrative tasks
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing payroll for a portfolio of clients
- Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC
- Processing and submitting CIS returns
- Informing clients of PAYE liabilities
- Completing year-end payroll tasks
- Advising clients on pension auto-enrolment requirements
- Processing pension submissions
- General bookkeeping duties using digital/cloud systems
- Preparing draft VAT returns (depending on experience)
- Handling client queries via email, phone, and face-to-face
- Liaising with HMRC and other organisations
- Assisting with general office duties including filing, shredding, answering phones, and greeting visitors
What’s in It for You?
- Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 negotiable depending on experience
- 3% pension contribution following probation
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Early finish at 4:30pm on Fridays
- Fully on-site working environment
If you’re looking to join a supportive team and grow your experience in a dynamic practice environment, we’d love to hear from you.