Client Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator

Confidential; Marlborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Trial Balance is partnering with an established accountancy practice in Marlborough to recruit a Client Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator. You’ll manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients and handle payroll processing.

You’ll liaise with clients to obtain information, ensure deadlines are met, and support wider accounting services while maintaining accurate records and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent practical experience across bookkeeping and payroll in an accountancy practice setting.
• Experience using cloud accounting software, especially Xero.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
• Preparing VAT information and ensuring returns are completed accurately and within deadline
• Processing client payrolls and managing associated pension submissions
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure deadlines are met
• Supporting the wider accounts function by maintaining reliable financial information for accounts and tax work
• Identifying opportunities to improve bookkeeping, payroll and administrative processes

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level 2 or 3

Tools

Xero

Job description

Client Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator - Marlborough - £30,000 - £35,000

If you're someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys working with clients and likes being part of a collaborative team, this could be an excellent opportunity to consider.

Trial Balance are delighted to be working with an established accountancy practice looking to recruit a Client Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator to join its team in Marlborough. Working across a portfolio of clients, you'll play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing payroll requirements and supporting the smooth delivery of wider accounting services.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
• Preparing VAT information and ensuring returns are completed accurately and within deadline
• Processing client payrolls and managing associated pension submissions
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure deadlines are met
• Supporting the wider accounts function by maintaining reliable financial information for accounts and tax work
• Identifying opportunities to improve bookkeeping, payroll and administrative processes

You’ll bring

• Ideally an AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification, or equivalent practical experience across bookkeeping and payroll in an accountancy practice setting.
• You’ll have experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple client deadlines and confident communicating with both clients and colleagues.
• A pro‑active approach, a strong sense of ownership and a genuine willingness to learn and improve will also be important in this role.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper or payroll professional looking for a varied role within accountancy practice, with the chance to build strong client relationships and continue developing your skills.