Payroll & Bookkeeping Specialist | UK hours

About the role

Our client in the UK is looking for an experienced Payroll & Bookkeeping Specialist to join their UK-based accounting practice. This role is suited to someone with strong UK payroll and bookkeeping experience who can independently manage a portfolio of clients, take ownership of their accounts and act as their first point of contact.

You will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, bookkeeping, CIS returns and VAT preparation across multiple UK clients. You will work closely with the Operations Director, ensuring accuracy, meeting deadlines and maintaining strong client relationships.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop into a senior position, with a clear progression pathway towards reviewing work and eventually overseeing the bookkeeping team.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of UK payroll, bookkeeping and CIS clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Process weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, including RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions, statutory payments, starters and leavers, P11Ds, P60s and year-end processes.
• Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns, including contractor verifications and deductions.
• Handle full-cycle bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations, purchase and sales ledgers, month-end processes and UK VAT returns in line with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records, manage deadlines and communicate directly with clients regarding their payroll and bookkeeping needs.
• Work closely with the Operations Director, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your work while progressively taking on additional responsibilities.