Assistant Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; Buckfastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven organisation based near Dartmoor National Park is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant with a focus on payroll and general ledger accounts. The role requires candidates to process payroll, manage financial records, and support financial reporting. Strong skills in Sage 50 Payroll and Sage 200, along with excellent attention to detail and communication skills, are essential. This position offers flexibility in hours, working within a supportive finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing is essential.
• Strong Excel skills and previous use of Sage 200 required.
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and timely.
• Manage payroll queries and maintain compliance documentation.
• Post ledger entries into Sage 200 and reconcile accounts.
• Assist with financial reporting and year-end accounts.

Skills

Payroll processing

Sage 50 Payroll

Sage 200

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage 200

Sage 50 Payroll

Excel

Job description

Assistant Accountant - Payroll/General Ledger Accounts
Full time
Based near Dartmoor National Park

Are you an experienced Assistant Accountant with a background in payroll? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a unique and values-driven organisation set in beautiful surroundings on the edge of Dartmoor National Park.

Working closely with the Head of Finance and Payroll Lead, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, supporting financial operations, and maintaining high standards of financial administration.

The Role

As an Assistant Accountant, you will:

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Manage payroll queries and maintain compliance documentation.
• Post purchase and sales ledger entries into Sage 200.
• Reconcile petty cash, bank accounts, supplier and customer accounts.
• Prepare and raise invoices, payments and credit control activities.
• Assist with monthly journals, reconciliations and management accounts.
• Support financial reporting, year-end accounts and audit processes.
• Maintain financial records, spreadsheets and process documents.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in payroll processing (Sage 50 Payroll experience desirable).
• Previous use of Sage 200 and strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge of finance operations including ledgers, reconciliations and journals.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive and positive approach, with strong communication skills.
• AAT qualification (desirable but not essential).

This role offers variety and responsibility within a supportive finance team. Flexibility can be offered on hours and salary will be dependent on skills and experience.

Next Steps

If you are a motivated finance professional seeking a rewarding role, please apply with a copy of your CV. Equally, if you have further questions please contact Matt Jones on [e-mail]

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.