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Posted 22 July, 2026

Payroll & Accounts Assistant

Aether Recruitment
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Do you have at least 3 years experience at an accountancy firm?

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Would you like a varied role where you can split your time across both payroll and bookkeeping?

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Our client is a leading international accountancy firm based in Central London. Following a strong period of growth, the firm would like to recruit a Payroll & Accounts Assistant.

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This is a mixed role where you will spend approximately 50% of your time on payroll and 50% of your time on bookkeeping and accounts work.

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Responsibilities will include:

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  • Processing end-to-end payroll for a portfolio of 100 companies
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  • Dealing with student loan deductions, maternity pay, SSP and pension administration
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  • Accounts payable
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  • Accounts receivable
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The majority of payrolls are monthly for small limited companies but some clients have up to 100 employees. You will be joining a friendly team within an established firm which offers hybrid working and a good benefits package.

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To be considered for this role, you must:

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  • Have at least 3 years experience at a UK accountancy firm
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  • Have experience of both payroll and bookkeeping / accounts
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  • Live within a commutable distance of London
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  • Be well organised and be able to prioritise work according to deadlines
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  • Have experience of using at least one of the following packages: Xero, QuickBooks, Sage 50 Payroll or BrightPay
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This is a fantastic opportunity to perform a varied role at a firm that values its employees and invests in their wellbeing and development.

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If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria above, please apply today!