Job Description

Job Title:

Qualified Bookkeeper & Business Support

Location:

Wolverhampton (with hybrid flexibility available)

Employment Type:

Part-time (20 hours) or Full-time (40 hours)

Salary:

25,000 - 28,000 per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus bonuses

Travel:

Some travel to client sites across the West Midlands (expenses reimbursed)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented

Qualified Bookkeeper

to support a growing portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses. This is a hands-on role that combines bookkeeping, payroll, and wider operational support. You will play a key role in helping our clients run their businesses efficiently, providing practical solutions and acting as a reliable point of contact for finance, HR, insurance, and general business administration.

This is not just about data entry--it is about being proactive, commercially aware, and treating our clients' businesses as if they were your own.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping and Finance

Maintain sales and purchase ledgers Match and reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and statements Resolve supplier and customer queries Maintain accurate control accounts, including bank, sales, and purchase Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC regulations Process reconciliations and journals Support credit control and manage payment schedules Provide financial summaries and assist with month-end and year-end processes

Payroll

Run payrolls (weekly, monthly, and quarterly) across multiple clients Submit RTI and pension contributions; liaise with HMRC as needed Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with legislation Respond to basic payroll-related client queries

Client Support and Business Services

Act as the first point of contact for client queries Monitor and triage multiple client inboxes Prioritise time-sensitive requests (e.g. payroll queries, urgent payments) Assist with referrals for HR, insurance, and finance services Prepare documents and background material for strategic reviews or audits Ensure all communication and actions are well-documented

Support for Broader Business Services

Coordinate insurance claims and policy administration Provide documentation for HR and employment queries Contribute to quarterly business performance reports Assist with annual business and marketing reviews

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills and Attributes

AAT Level 3 or 4 qualified (or equivalent experience) Minimum three years' experience in a bookkeeping and payroll role Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance Confident managing multiple client accounts High level of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent problem-solving and reconciliation skills Proficient with digital tools and accounting software Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities Commercially aware and able to identify opportunities to add value Strong interpersonal and communication skills Calm and resilient under pressure, especially during busy periods A proactive, hands-on team player with a flexible approach Comfortable signposting clients to relevant services (HR, finance, insurance)

Working Arrangements

Based in our Wolverhampton office with some hybrid flexibility Travel to client sites across the West Midlands (expenses reimbursed) Part-time or full-time role available
Occasional flexibility required during peak periods

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

Work Location: In person