Accounts and Payroll Administrator job at Castlewellan Full Time NEW

Tollymore Properties: Accounts & Payroll Administrator

Job address: Main Street, Castlewellan

Full job description

Due to our continued growth, Tollymore Properties wishes to recruit an Accounts Administrator to join a highly successful business.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, have strong attention to detail and will receive full in house training for the role.

This role is part time and will be based at our office in Castlewellan and can commence immediately.

Role Overview

​We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual to manage our core financial administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Xero and have a solid understanding of UK tax compliance, specifically within the construction sector.

​Key Responsibilities

· ​Payroll Management: Processing monthly/weekly payroll, ensuring staff are paid accurately and on time.

· ​CIS Returns: Managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) deductions, verifying subcontractors, and submitting monthly returns to HMRC.

· ​VAT Returns: Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns in compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD).

· ​Xero Accounting: Maintaining accurate digital records, bank reconciliation, and ensuring the software is kept up to date.

· ​Purchase Orders: Generating and tracking purchase orders, matching invoices, and managing supplier queries.

· Processing of Accounts Payable – purchase orders, processing supplier invoices, reconciliation to supplier statements and processing payments.

· Monitoring mailbox: ensure emails are monitored and appropriately actioned.

· General administrative duties in the office.

· Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time

Requirements

· ​Proven experience using Xero accounting software.

· ​Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) is essential.

· ​Strong understanding of UK VAT and Payroll regulations.

· ​Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

The Ideal Person

• GCSE Maths (Grade B or above) and GCSE English (Grade B or above) and at least 3 other GCSEs at Grades A*-C
• Xero Proficiency and a strong understanding of MS Office suite
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Capacity to work independently with limited supervision
• Excellent organisational skills

What Tollymore Properties is Offering You

• Attractive salary based on experience
• Full in-house training will be provided.
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free roadside parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangement may be considered

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Required Criteria

• Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
• GCSE Maths (Grade B or above) and GCSE English (Grade B or above) and at least 3 other GCSEs at Grades A*-C.

Skills Needed

Attention to Detail, Motivation, Communication, Time Management

About The Company

Tollymore Properties is a leading residential developer based in County Down. We are a dedicated family run business with a reputation for excellence, recently recognised as winners of the prestigious NHBC Pride in the Job Award 2025. This award is the highest industry benchmark for site management and build quality, placing our team in the top 5% of house builders across the UK.

Our focus is on creating homes of outstanding quality from the first brick to the final turnkey finish.

Salary: Not disclosed

Pay: £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking

Work Location: In person