Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk

Osborne Appointments; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly organized Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk to join a growing tax and accountancy firm in Barnet. This full-time, office-based position requires managing client bookkeeping and payroll, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Candidates should have proven bookkeeping experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with software like QuickBooks and Xero. The salary ranges from £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience, along with benefits including annual leave and a pension.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and payroll.
• CIS experience is crucial.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing payroll processes for clients.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and bookkeeping.
• Preparing and submitting statutory returns, including VAT and CIS.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll management

CIS experience

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

KashFlow

FreeAgent

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

OA are recruiting for a Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk to join our clients successful and growing team.

Our client is a busy and growing tax and accountancy firm seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Bookkeeper & Payroll Clerk to join the team. This role will be responsible for managing client bookkeeping and payroll requirements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service.

Location

Location: Barnet

Hours

Hours: Full time. Monday-Friday. 9am-5pm. Office based.

Salary

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience

Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk Benefits

• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Employee assistance programme
• Pension

Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk Key Responsibilities

• Managing payroll processes for clients
• Maintaining accurate financial records and bookkeeping
• Preparing and submitting statutory returns, including VAT and CIS where applicable
• Handling general financial administration and filing
• Liaising with clients and colleagues professionally via email, phone, and meetings
• Supporting the team with ad hoc tasks as required

Bookkeeper and Payroll Clerk Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and payroll (does not have to be within an accountancy practice)
• CIS experience is crucial
• Confident using a variety of software packages including: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, KashFlow, and FreeAgent
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal

If you re interested in the position, please apply online with your CV.

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