Payroll and Accounts Assistant

Posted 12 August 2026
Salary £30000 - £34000 per annum
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accountancy & Finance
ReferenceBBBH15715_1786546706

Job description

Join an established organisation with a strong industry presence. We're seeking a meticulous Payroll & Accounts Assistant to support financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic environment.

* Salary of £30,000-£32,000 (dependent on experience)
* 32 days holiday (including statutory days)
* Pension contributions, increasing with service
* Death in Service cover of six times salary
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Free tea, coffee, and fruit
* Length of service recognition

About your next employer

This family-owned business has a long-standing history and operates in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment. Values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement to drive success.

About you

* GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C or above)
* 2+ years payroll processing experience for 50+ UK employees using Sage and Micropay
* 5+ years handling financial data, invoicing, and payments
* Experience reconciling bank statements and analysing data
* Advanced MS Excel and proficiency in Microsoft 365
* Right to work in the UK

Nice to have

* Payroll or accounting qualifications
* Irish payroll experience
* Knowledge of ERP systems like Sage, Navision or Business Central
* Credit control or GDPR experience

Other requirements

* Reliable, detail-oriented team player
* Strong communicator with initiative
* Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
* Willingness to travel for stock takes as needed

What you'll do

* Process payroll, pensions, and year-end tasks
* Manage customer and supplier accounts
* Reconcile bank statements and assist with audits
* Provide administrative support and promote process improvements

For more details or to apply, contact us today.