Accounts & Payroll Assistant

About The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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
  

Person Specification

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
  

Terms & Benefits

• 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
  

How to Apply

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. [email protected]

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.