We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts & Payroll Assistant to join Regal Precision Engineers (Colne) Ltd on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with Sage Line 50 accounts software additional training offered if required will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Full training will be provided on payroll processes for the right candidate.
Accounts
- Processing and posting purchase and sales invoices using Sage Line 50
- Bank reconciliation and posting of bank transactions
- Credit control: monitoring debtor accounts and following up outstanding payments
- Supplier statement reconciliations and handling supplier queries
- Preparing and processing BACS payment runs
- Monthly reconciliation of control accounts
- Assisting with month-end and year-end accounts preparation
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
Payroll
- Processing payroll weekly for approximately 36 employees using Sage Payroll (training provided)
- Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) returns to HMRC
- Administering statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and deductions
- Managing auto-enrolment pension contributions and submissions
- Producing and distributing payslips
- Maintaining employee payroll records and ensuring compliance with legislation
General
- Providing general administrative support to the Finance/Sales Team.
- Liaising with external accountants and auditors as required
- Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial and employee data
Essential
- Proven experience working with Sage Line 50 accounts software
- Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping and double-entry accounting
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative
- Professional approach with strong communication skills
- Discretion in handling confidential information
Desirable
- Experience of Sage Payroll (training will be provided for the right candidate)
- Relevant experience 3 Yrs+
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Familiarity with auto-enrolment pension administration
- Part-time, permanent position — 18 hours per week
- 27 days annual leave (4 day week), inclusive of bank holidays
- Competitive salary — commensurate with experience
- Workplace pension scheme
- Friendly, close-knit team environment
Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to the address below, explaining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. regalaccounts@regalprecisioneng.com
Regal Precision Engineers (Colne) Ltd
Colne, Lancashire
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.