Bookkeeper / Payroll Administrator job at Birmingham Full Time NEW

The Role

As part of our bookkeeping team, you will manage day to day bookkeeping and financial administration for a portfolio of clients. You will work closely with business owners and the wider team to ensure records are accurate, deadlines are met, and clients receive a professional and reliable service.

The successful candidate will be comfortable handling multiple client accounts, reconciling financial data and processing payroll.

Main Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients across various industries
• Processing and maintaining accurate purchase and sales invoices
• Recording payments, receipts, and financial transactions efficiently
• Reconciling bank accounts and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Maintaining sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers
• Assisting with month end and year end financial processes
• Preparing journals, reports, and supporting financial information for accountants
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Supporting payroll processing, including PAYE, pensions, and National Insurance submissions
• Assisting with VAT returns
• Using software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Dext, Hubdoc, Moneysoft, and Excel
• Building strong professional relationships with clients and responding to queries in a timely manner

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, detail-focused, and able to work independently while maintaining a high standard of service.

You should have:

• Previous bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice or finance environment
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks
• Payroll experience or an understanding of payroll processes preferred
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach with clients
• Confidence working with cloud accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Desirable

• AAT qualification or currently studying towards a finance/accounting qualification
• Experience working with small businesses and limited companies
• Knowledge of CIS and pension submissions would be an advantage

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking to join a professional and growing firm where your contribution is valued, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: £10.85-£13.00 per hour

Work Location: In person