Job Description

Job Title: Bookkeeper / Payroll Administrator

Location:

Office based

Hours:

Full time

Reports to:

Directors

Salary:

Dependent on experience

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dependable

Bookkeeper / Payroll Administrator

to manage the day-to-day financial and payroll activities for a

small group of companies

. This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple entities, and confidence working independently.

The role covers bookkeeping, job costing, payroll and CIS, statutory returns, and credit control, supporting the directors with accurate and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Accounts

Maintain accurate accounting records for a small group of companies Raise sales invoices and ensure correct allocation to jobs and cost centres Input and process purchase invoices, allocating costs to job costing and inventory Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and supplier statements Maintain general ledger, nominal codes, and inventory records Prepare and generate

job costing reports

for management review Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes

Payroll, CIS & Duties

Process weekly/monthly payroll accurately and on time Administer CIS, including verification, deductions, and HMRC submissions Manage pension auto-enrolment and statutory payments Prepare and submit

RTI returns

to HMRC Prepare and submit

Alcohol Duty returns

Prepare and submit

VAT returns

, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations

Credit Control

Monitor customer accounts and outstanding balances Issue statements and chase overdue payments Resolve customer invoice queries promptly and professionally Work with directors to manage cashflow and reduce debtor days

Liaison & Compliance

Liaise with external accountants, HMRC, and other authorities Ensure compliance with relevant financial, payroll, and tax legislation Maintain confidentiality and accurate financial records at all times
Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience in a bookkeeping and payroll role, ideally within an SME or group structure Strong working knowledge of payroll, CIS, VAT, and HMRC compliance Experience handling job costing and inventory accounting Confident raising sales invoices and managing purchase ledger Experience preparing statutory returns, including VAT and Alcohol Duty Competent with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
Desirable

AAT qualification or equivalent experience Experience in construction/manufacturing environments Experience working across multiple companies Experience producing management and job costing reports
Personal Attributes

Highly organised and methodical Trustworthy and discreet Proactive and able to manage deadlines independently Confident communicator with internal teams and external bodies
What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience Long-term, stable role within a growing group of companies Supportive and practical working environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00-41,235.96 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person