At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll and assist with finance tasks in a dynamic transport company.
- Company: Join David Watson Transport, a leading specialist in the transport industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Modern office environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a successful team and make a real impact in finance.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll and finance, with strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 28000 £ per year.
About Us
David Watson Transport is a market-leading, FORS Gold accredited specialist transport business. We operate over 110 vehicles across 7 UK depots with a team of 170 employees. As one of the UK’s largest specialist transport companies, we pride ourselves on setting the standards for others to follow.
The Role
This position splits focus between end-to-end payroll management and core accounting support.
Payroll Responsibilities:
- End to end processing of 4-weekly driver payroll.
- Summarise, check, and consolidate weekly timesheets.
- Process joiners and leavers.
- Calculate holiday pay, bonus payments, and statutory payments.
- Prepare and upload payslips and produce payroll reports.
- Prepare and submit BACS payments.
- Assist with managing annual leave entitlement.
- Manage all payroll compliance and auto-enrolment pension deductions.
Finance Assistant Responsibilities:
- Process driver expense claims.
- Code, post, and upload supplier invoices to the purchase ledger.
- Perform statement reconciliations and process credit card transactions.
- Post sales ledger receipts and resolve customer account payment queries.
Your Profile
Payroll Expertise: Significant experience running a sizeable end-to-end payroll is essential (PAYE, NIC, Statutory Payments).
Accounts Knowledge: Past experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger, and cash posting and allocation.
Software Skills: Microsoft Office with strong MS Excel skills (especially CSV imports/data manipulation). Knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll and Sage 200 Accounts is highly desirable, as is experience of using online banking applications.
Core Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, tight time management, and absolute discretion with sensitive data.
Industry Insight: Experience within the transport or logistics sector is a bonus, but not essential.
What We Offer
- Circa £28k, negotiable depending on experience (Pro-rata for part-time)
- Profit-related bonus scheme.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Private medical insurance.
- 29 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
- Modern, air-conditioned office with free on-site parking.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter and whether you are looking for a full or part-time role.
Reference ID: DWT Accounts
Payroll Administrator & Finance Assistant in Colchester employer: David Watson Transport Limited
At David Watson Transport, we pride ourselves on being a market leader in the specialist transport sector, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment at our new head office in Earls Colne. Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, a profit-related bonus scheme, and a contributory pension plan, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a team that values attention to detail and integrity. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that prioritises employee well-being and fosters a culture of excellence.
Contact Details:
David Watson Transport Limited Recruitment Team
