Accounts Assistant

Job Title:

Accounts Assistant

Location:

Staverton, Near Totnes

Job Type: Part-Time (Monday to Wednesday)

Salary: £28,000 to £38,000 pro‑rata

Recruiter:
Mego Employment Ltd

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 Accounts and Payroll, who thrives in a varied role and enjoys supporting a collaborative finance team within a complex, multi‑departmental business.

• 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 Rota Cloud 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

• 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

Monday to Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm; 30‑minute lunch break.

• 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

Apply directly through Indeed, or contact Chris Henry at Mego Employment Ltd.