Accounts Administrator - Bookkeeping, Payroll & Credit Control

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper & Credit Controller to join our UK‑based technology company on a part‑time, remote basis. The successful candidate will own day‑to‑day bookkeeping, credit control and payroll administration, providing a stable weekly structure with some flexibility.

Key responsibilities

• Daily reconciliation of company accounts.
• Weekly credit control, contacting debtors and managing payment schedules.
• Monitoring the accounts inbox and responding to client queries promptly.
• Processing supplier invoices using DEXT.
• Creating one‑off service invoices and maintaining recurring invoice templates.
• Managing Direct Debit transactions and client notifications.
• Maintaining the purchase ledger and preparing quarterly VAT returns.
• Processing monthly payroll, including PAYE, National Insurance and overtime.
• Handling company expenses, pension contributions and overtime submissions.
• Producing month‑end financial reports for directors.
• Collaborating with a chartered accountant for year‑end accounts.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proven ability to prepare and submit VAT returns via Xero.
• Strong knowledge of HMRC regulations and UK payroll processes.
• Access to a dedicated private workspace for uninterrupted remote work.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software
• DEXT invoicing platform
• VAT return preparation
• UK payroll processing (PAYE, National Insurance)
• Direct Debit management
• Purchase ledger administration

What we offer

• Fully remote working with optional hybrid days at our Highams Park office.
• Equipment provided for home office setup.
• Consistent part‑time schedule: Mon‑Tue‑Thu 9:00‑17:30, Fri 9:00‑12:30.