Teams at Ballards LLP

Process approximately 140 client payrolls end to end across multiple pay cycles. Responsibilities include managing starters, leavers, contractual changes, statutory payments, RTI and year-end submissions, workplace pensions, new payroll and PAYE setup, and liaison with clients, HMRC, and pension providers. The role also involves resolving queries, meeting multiple deadlines, and collaborating with the wider payroll team.

Leads the Private Client and Trust Services team, overseeing personal and trust tax compliance, reviewing returns, and delivering advice on trusts, inheritance tax, capital gains tax, offshore trusts, and international matters. Manages client relationships, HMRC liaison, workflow, billing, quality, recruitment, coaching, and team development. Supports business development, technical marketing, and department growth while maintaining strong utilisation and recovery performance.

Entry-level trainee accounting role supporting year-end accounts, corporation and personal tax, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and client compliance work. The position offers ACA study support, practical experience across multiple accounting services, and progression through increasing responsibility and client interaction. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent, strong numeracy, attention to detail, communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work across Worcester and Droitwich offices.