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Bookkeeper/ Payroll Administrator

  • Location: North West
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Discipline: Accountancy and Finance
  • Posted: 7 August 2025

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.


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