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Payroll & Bookkeeping Assistant
Location: York (City Centre) - Hybrid working (2 days from home)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm with an hour for lunch (35 hour week)
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, overtime pay, well-established and supportive team.
We are partnering with a well-established accountancy practice to recruit a Payroll & Bookkeeping Administrator. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in practice who enjoys a varied role covering both payroll and bookkeeping.
Due to the office location, we are particularly looking for candidates who are local to York city centre or within a reasonable commute.
 Key Responsibilities
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Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately.
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Input hours, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
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Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including tax and NI.
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Maintain payroll records and produce reports as required.
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Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
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Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation.
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Reconcile bank accounts and client ledgers.
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Process invoices and transactions accurately.
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Submit VAT returns.
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Assist with general bookkeeping duties across a varied client portfolio.
 About You
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Experience working in an accountancy practice is essential.
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Strong knowledge of UK payroll procedures and compliance.
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Confident using accountancy software such as Xero.
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Excellent organisation and high attention to detail.
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Able to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.
 Apply
This is a great role for someone looking to build their career within a supportive practice environment. To apply, please submit your CV via the link or contact Beth at Unity Resourcing.
