Job Description

About Helpbox

Helpbox is a fast-growing UK accountancy firm dedicated to helping small businesses manage their finances with confidence. We're expanding our remote team and are looking for a motivated Junior Accountant to join us.

Role overview:

This role is ideal for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working with small businesses and wants to play a key part in delivering accurate, timely payroll services. You'll work closely with our team of four payroll professionals and liaise directly with clients by phone and email to ensure their payroll runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Managing end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of UK small-business clients using BrightPay. Handling all aspects of payroll administration, including starters, leavers, statutory payments, pensions, and RTI submissions. Ensuring compliance with UK payroll regulations and HMRC deadlines. Responding promptly and professionally to client payroll queries by phone and email. Working closely with internal colleagues to ensure accurate client records and smooth delivery of services. Maintaining confidentiality and high standards of data protection at all times.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, aligned with UK business hours (09:00 - 17:30 UK time). 30-minute unpaid break each day.

What We're Looking For

1 year+ experience in payroll processing (BrightPay experience a plus but not essential). Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including RTI and auto-enrolment pensions. Excellent communication skills - confident in dealing with clients by phone and email. Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Organised, reliable, and comfortable working remotely as part of a team.

What We Offer

Full training on our systems and processes, including BrightPay if new to the software. A supportive, collaborative team environment with clear opportunities for career development. Remote working with all necessary software and support provided. The chance to make a real difference to small UK businesses.
Important: A short video application is required as part of your application.

Please send a 2-3-minute video introducing yourself, explaining your experience, and why you'd like to work with Helpbox. Applications without a video will not be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: Remote

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R15000,00 - R19000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote