Job Description

Permanent Full-time position – Monday – Friday 37.50 Hours per week
Due to successive growth of the company we are looking to recruit a hybrid payroll / accounts assistant. You will be involved in managing and developing the payroll function of the business, as well as looking for opportunities to demonstrate the high service level we offer. A competitive salary and development opportunities will be available for the right candidate. Previous practice experience is favorable. During the current situation the role will be a mixture of office and homeworking following initial training, with an ongoing review of this to be monitored. Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Liaising with clients to collate payroll information.
• Processing of weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll.
• Inputting and calculation of statutory payments and holidays.
• Processing starters and leavers.
• Submitting payroll information to HMRC and pension providers.

• Dealing with ad hoc queries.

• Monthly CIS submissions.
• Reconciliation of PAYE payments.

Accounts assistant role:

• Preparation of accounts working papers.
• Undertake general bookkeeping duties on behalf of clients.
• Preparation of VAT Returns.
• Preparation of statutory documents.
• General administrative duties.

This job description is intended as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of this role. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of level of responsibility entailed.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• general accountancy: 2 years (Required)

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (Required)

Work remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic knowledge of taxes, in particular payroll and CIS. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Self-managing, organized and able to work under pressure. Ability to work within a team environment and remotely, due to the current circumstances. Proficient in the use of MS Office, particularly Excel. Ability to priorities and work to tight deadlines. Possess a ‘can do’ attitude and retain a sense of humor when under pressure. Car owner with the ability and willingness to travel on behalf of the company. Experience of Cloud based software including Xero, QuickBooks & Sage. At least 2 years payroll experience.