Accounts & Payroll Administrator

Accounts & Payroll Administrator Location: South Somerset (commutable from Yeovil, Chard, Ilminster) Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time/Part Time (pro rata annual salary), Permanent, Onsite The Opportunity An established and growing accountancy practice in South Somerset is seeking an experienced Accounts & Payroll Administrator to join their busy team. Working across a diverse portfolio of clients, you will be responsible for delivering accurate payroll services alongside supporting a range of bookkeeping and accounting activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous payroll and accounts experience who enjoys working in a client-focused environment and managing multiple priorities. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for multiple clients across a range of sectors Ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines Managing payroll starters and leavers Processing statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP Administering pension auto-enrolment and pension scheme submissions Calculating holiday pay, overtime, bonuses and other payroll adjustments Producing and issuing payslips and payroll reports Responding to client payroll queries and providing ongoing support Maintaining employee payroll records in line with current legislationAccounts & Bookkeeping Maintaining bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices and bank transactions Performing bank reconciliations Assisting with VAT return preparation and submission Supporting the preparation of management accounts Reconciling balance sheet accounts Assisting with year-end accounts preparation Liaising with clients to obtain financial information and documentation Ensuring client records are maintained accurately and efficientlyPerson Specification Essential Previous experience within a payroll and accounting/bookkeeping position (5 years+) Knowledge of payroll legislation and pension auto-enrolment Strong bookkeeping skills including reconciliations and VAT returns Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client requirements Strong written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Experience working within an accountancy practice environment Knowledge of payroll software such as BrightPay, Sage Payroll or Xero Payroll Experience using bookkeeping software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage AAT qualification or working towards a finance qualificationWhat's on Offer Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience Opportunity to work with a varied and interesting client portfolio Supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing professional development and training Pension scheme Holiday entitlement Free parkingApply Now If you have experience in both payroll and accounts and are looking for a varied role within a friendly and professional accountancy practice, we would love to hear from you. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 48 working hours