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Accounts Assistant
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 36,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Totnes, Devon
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Staverton, Near Totnes
Job Type: Part-Time (Monday to Wednesday)
Salary: £36,000 to £38,000k pro-rata
Recruiter: Mego Employment Ltd
Job Overview:
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent retail business based in Staverton, known for its thriving farm shop, traditional butcher's counter, seasonal produce, and popular local goods such as Riverford Dairy products and handmade pies.
This part-time Accounts Assistant role is ideal for someone experienced in Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll, who thrives in a varied role and enjoys supporting a collaborative finance team within a complex, multi-departmental business.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform account reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, nominal, etc.)
Support with weekly retail sales reporting and management accounts
Enter data into Sage 50 (invoices, petty cash, card receipts, journals, expenses)
Maintain digital and paper-based financial records
Oversee weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees
Provide payroll and purchase ledger cover during staff holidays
Ensure reconciliation between Sage Payroll and RotaCloud absence records
Submit VAT returns accurately and on time
Respond to internal finance queries and support ad hoc finance tasks
Manage and monitor admin-related contracts and documentation
Requirements:
Proven experience with Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll
Confident with payroll processes, reconciliations, pensions, and submissions
High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Able to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
Willingness to provide holiday cover and share responsibilities
Hours:
Monday to Wednesday
9:00am - 5:30pm
30-minute lunch break
Benefits:
31 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays)
Company pension scheme
Annual profit share scheme (e.g. £1,000 this year)
20% staff discount
Cycle to Work scheme
How to Apply:
Apply directly through Indeed, or contact Chris Henry at Mego Employment Ltd:
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