Robert Half are recruiting for Temporary Payroll-focused Bookkeeper to support a Southampton-based organisation during a busy period.

This role is primarily payroll-led, with bookkeeping duties supporting the payroll and wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

End-to-end payroll processing (weekly and/or monthly) Processing starters, leavers, and payroll changes

Calculating pay, deductions, overtime, SSP/SMP Submitting payroll to HMRC (RTI)

Handling payroll queries from employees

Preparing and submitting P45s, P60s and P11Ds

Pension contributions and auto-enrolment administration

Supporting payroll reconciliations Light bookkeeping duties including:

Bank reconciliations Posting payroll journals

Assisting with VAT returns (where required)

About You:

Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail

Able to work independently and hit payroll deadlines

Immediately available or on short notice

What's on Offer:

Temporary assignment with a well-established local business

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive finance team

Potential contract extension

If you're a payroll-driven finance professional looking for a temporary role in the Southampton area, we'd welcome your application.

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