Job Description

About Us

We are a well-established and growing engineering and technical services business, providing specialist repair and support solutions to a wide range of industrial clients across the UK.
Our company is known for its technical expertise, commitment to quality, and strong customer relationships. We take pride in maintaining a professional yet friendly working environment that values teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement.

We are now looking for a

Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator

to support our finance operations and help ensure the smooth running of day-to-day accounting and reporting activities. This is a flexible role that can be adapted for part-time or full-time working, with scope for working from home once initial training is completed.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate bookkeeping records including sales, purchases, and bank reconciliations. Prepare and submit quarterly

VAT returns

and related HMRC filings. Process

monthly payroll

, including PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and statutory payments. Prepare financial summaries and reports for management review. Assist with

Corporation Tax

calculations, reporting, and liaison with the external accountant. Support preparation of annual accounts and statutory returns. Manage supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments. Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines. Maintain organised, up-to-date financial files and documentation. Support management with ad-hoc finance-related projects as needed.

Candidate Requirements

AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification (or equivalent bookkeeping qualification). Proven experience in bookkeeping, VAT preparation,

Corporation Tax

, and payroll administration. Good understanding of PAYE, NI, and statutory payments. Competent user of accounting software such as

Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage

. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills. Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with external accountants and HMRC. Discreet and professional handling of sensitive financial information.

Desirable

Experience working within an SME or technical/engineering business. Knowledge of pension auto-enrolment processes. Familiarity with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) would be beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience. Flexible working hours (part-time or full-time). Hybrid / work-from-home options available. Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and dynamic company. Long-term stability and professional development opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aldershot, GU12 4RH