Accounts Assistant

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:
📧 chris.henry@mego.co.uk
📞 07359 733800