Job Description

Watly Engineering delivers precision-engineered solutions for the food, dairy, and beverage sectors, combining technical expertise with craftsmanship, collaboration, and reliability. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance Administrator to support the day-to-day financial management of the business, working two days per week. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth running of essential finance processes, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with statutory requirements.


This is a flexible, part-time role that requires more than transactional capability. You will work closely with the Directors and external accountants, managing priorities, supporting the leadership team, and providing clear visibility of cash flow to ensure the business operates efficiently and effectively.

What you'll be doing

Processing monthly payroll, including salaries, deductions, and pension contribution Collating and checking staff timesheets, maintaining accurate payroll records, and responding to payroll queries Raising customer quotes and invoices, and processing supplier invoices, bills, and employee expenses Carrying out payment runs, monitoring outstanding invoices, and following up where necessary Supporting reconciliations for bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts Maintaining accurate financial records and providing simple weekly/monthly summaries of income, expenditure, and cash flow Liaising with external accountants regarding VAT, PAYE, and year-end processes Supporting the Managing Director with ad-hoc finance administration and maintaining filing systems

About you

You will have proven experience in finance or payroll administration, ideally within an SME environment, and be confident working independently while liaising effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and external accountants.


You will bring:

Strong knowledge of payroll processing, statutory deductions, and pensions Experience with accounting software (Xero, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Excel High attention to detail and accuracy in processing and record-keeping Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work effectively Good communication skills, with professionalism and discretion in handling financial information Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or project-based industries Knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and pension administration in an SME context Experience working closely with business owners/Directors in a part-time role

Why Watly Engineering?

Watly Engineering is an established and growing business built on precision, innovation, and reliability. As Finance Administrator, you'll play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the business by ensuring financial records are accurate, up to date, and compliant.


If you have strong attention to detail, a proactive approach, and experience managing financial processes, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a business that values integrity, accountability, and collaboration. You'll have the scope to shape and improve processes and make a meaningful impact as the company continues to grow.

Apply now

If you're ready to play a key role in keeping our finance function running smoothly and supporting the continued success of Watly Engineering, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short statement outlining your finance experience and what you can bring to the role.