Bookkeeper / Payroll

Michael Page; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A Chartered Accountants firm in Bolton is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper / Payroll Assistant to manage the internal finances. This role involves maintaining bookkeeping records, processing payroll, and preparing management accounts. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in bookkeeping and payroll, familiarity with accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks, and strong attention to detail. Competitive salary of up to £33,000 with flexible working hours offered.

Benefits

Stable working environment

Competitive salary

Flexibility on hours

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and payroll, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date internal bookkeeping records.
• Manage practice bank reconciliations and cashflow.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Accounting software proficiency

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

This is a key internal role within the firm, responsible for handling day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting for the practice itself. Working closely with the partners and admin team, you'll ensure the smooth running of the internal accounts and contribute to the financial health of the business.

Client Details

We are a long-established firm of Chartered Accountants based in Bolton, and we're looking for a reliable and detail-focused Bookkeeper / Payroll Assistant to manage the internal finances of our practice.

Description

• Maintain up-to-date internal bookkeeping records

• Manage practice bank reconciliations and cashflow

• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts

• Process staff payroll, including RTI submissions and pension contributions

• Handle VAT returns and liaise with HMRC where necessary

• Support internal budgeting and forecasting processes

• Manage supplier payments and staff expense claims

Profile

A successful Bookkeeper / Payroll should have:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and payroll, ideally within a professional services environment

• Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, or similar)

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential financial information

• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently

Job Offer

• A stable and friendly working environment within a close-knit team

• Competitive salary up to 33,000

• Flexibility on hours (part-time or full-time considered)

• On-site parking and convenient Bolton location