Part-Time Accounts Assistant (20-25 hrs/wk) | Sage/Xero, VAT & Payroll

Haughey Recruitment Ltd; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Haughey Recruitment Ltd is hiring a Part Time Accounts Assistant in Dungannon. The role is 20-25 hours per week, ideally spread over five days, with a pro rata salary of £30,000 - £35,000.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day financial administration, handle VAT returns, payroll processing for 8-10 staff, ledgers, and other duties in a busy automotive business. Strong organisational skills and experience with Sage or Xero are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role.
• Proficiency in Sage and/or Xero accounting software.
• Experience preparing VAT returns.
• Payroll processing experience.
• A good understanding of sales and purchase ledger procedures.
• Experience carrying out credit card reconciliations.
• Knowledge of customs declarations and associated paperwork.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the sales and purchase ledgers.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Processing payroll for approximately 8-10 employees.
• Preparing and managing customs declarations.
• Reconciling company credit card statements.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are processed correctly.
• Providing general accounts and administrative support as required.

Skills

Accounts experience

VAT knowledge

Payroll experience

Ledgers (sales/purchases)

Credit card reconciliations

Customs declarations

Attention to detail

Independence / time management

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Haughey Recruitment Ltd is hiring a Part Time Accounts Assistant in Dungannon. The role is 20-25 hours per week, ideally spread over five days, with a pro rata salary of £30,000 - £35,000.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day financial administration, handle VAT returns, payroll processing for 8-10 staff, ledgers, and other duties in a busy automotive business. Strong organisational skills and experience with Sage or Xero are essential.