Business Services

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Job description

Payroll & Business Services Assistant Wanted for South Berkshire Accountancy Practice

Business Services & Payroll Assistant
Permanent, Full-Time
South Berkshire
Competitive, DOE

Our client is a small accountancy practice based in Rural South Berkshire. Their team is dedicated to providing high-quality financial services to our clients. They value candidates who are detail-oriented, client-focused, and able to work independently. Please note that candidates must have their own transport due to their rural location.

SUMMARY: The Business Services Assistant supports the payroll, tax, and accounts departments within the firm. They handle specific routine tasks and assist with overflow tasks as required by department managers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES/POSITION IN STRUCTURE: This position does not have specific supervisory responsibilities. However, the Business Services Assistant coordinates and liaises with other team members.
TASKS: Payroll: Administer end-to-end payroll processes and issue them to clients via their chosen method (email and/or paper copies).
Prepare and submit Real-Time Information (RTI).
Calculate and process statutory deductions (SMP, SSP, pensions, court orders, child maintenance).
Address ad hoc pay-related queries.
Handle year-end reporting and payroll reconciliations.
Perform manual calculations when necessary.
CIS (Construction Industry Scheme): Prepare and submit monthly CIS Returns.
Handle Year End CIS Refund Claims.
VAT (Value Added Tax): Request relevant information from clients (via phone or email) to enable VAT Returns preparation.
Ability to prepare VAT Returns if required.

Bookkeeping: Experience in bookkeeping using Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel.
Post/Admin: Open, scan, and save office post documents. Forward items of post to clients via email as needed. Periodically archive client files.
Perform any other tasks as directed.

Skills/Qualifications: Payroll/CIS: Good understanding of payroll software, particularly IRIS Payroll Professional (formerly STAR). Strong working knowledge of payroll rules and legislation. General: Ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Experience using IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Client-focused approach. Feel free to use this updated version for your recruitment needs! #

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