Bookkeeper listings on JobYay typically advertise £30,000 to £36,000 a year.
Typical pay for the occupation is £24,000 to £35,000 a year National Careers Service
Advertised pay right now
November 2026 snapshot, from 79 live Bookkeeper listings on JobYay with advertised pay.
Annual salaries advertised
£30,000 to £36,000 a year 58 listings
Middle half of listings: £30,000 to £37,000. Median £33,000.
Hourly rates advertised
£15 to £17 an hour 21 listings
43% of these are contract or temporary positions.
48% are part time.
Employed roles vs contract work
Employed (permanent) roles: £30,000 to £36,000 a year 57 listings
Many Bookkeepers are self employed. Job listings do not show self employed earnings. Contract day and hourly rates are before tax, downtime, materials, and running costs.