Experienced Payroll and Accounts Assistant Full-Time 37.5 Hours per Week Permanent Contract Company Overview Our client is a highly successful and well-established organisation operating multiple retail pharmacy locations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Since its establishment in 1999, the business has experienced significant growth and continues to expand. This position is part of a busy finance team and reports directly to the Financial Controller. The Role This is a full-time, office-based position with responsibility for both payroll and accounts functions. Payroll Responsibilities Maintain and update employee records Process new hires and leavers, including P45 documentation Monitor and review employee clock-ins; correct anomalies in agreement with management Update payroll for overtime, bonuses, pensions, health insurance, and ad-hoc payments Calculate and process SMP and SSP in line with individual contracts and return-to-work dates Resolve payroll-related queries from employees Prepare monthly sickness reports for HR Monitor and track staff holidays Liaise closely with HR and provide reports as required General payroll administration Perform additional payroll duties as required Accounts Responsibilities Reconcile weekly till sheets from retail locations; summarise and report to management Post monthly summaries to accounting software Manage the Purchase Ledger for all branches and head office Ensure invoices and statements are accurately recorded prior to VAT/HMRC submissions Reconcile UK and Republic of Ireland bank accounts Prepare monthly supplier payment runs for each branch Conduct supplier licence checks Manage credit notes Reconcile locum payments General accounts administration Perform additional finance duties as required Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will demonstrate: Minimum of three years experience managing payroll systems within a large organisation Experience maintaining a Purchase Ledger function Strong ability to meet strict deadlines Relevant payroll or finance qualifications (desirable) Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Sage 50 Accounts, and Sage Payroll Experience with workforce management software (desirable) Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Strong time management skills, particularly in meeting payroll, VAT, and management accounts deadlines Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Skills: SAGE Payroll Benefits: Competitive salary (depending on experience) 30 days annual leave Company pension scheme Staff discount Supportive and dynamic finance team environment Free on-site parking