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Colm McCaughley

Retail Assistant NI
LURGAN,ARMAGH

Summary

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
5981
5981
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Finance officer

Early Years
Belfast, Co Antrim
03.2000 - Current
  • Processed end-to-end monthly payroll to ensure timely remuneration.
  • Coordinated with HR to keep up-to-date employee records, ensuring accurate payrolls.
  • Supported Pension scheme administration efficiently; ensured smooth operation of retirement benefits system.
  • Improved efficiency with meticulous data entry and validation tasks.
  • Prepared P60 forms for each employee at the end of each tax year, ensuring legal compliance and clear record-keeping.
  • Handled all matters related to tax deductions, providing clarity and compliance.
  • Maintained auto-enrolment pension procedures effectively; upheld employees' future financial security.
  • Completed year-end reports, aiding comprehensive financial reviews and planning for the next fiscal year.
  • Streamlined payroll processing by implementing new software systems.
  • Maintained confidentiality of staff salaries, resulting in high trust levels.
  • Submitted Real Time Information returns to HMRC monthly; maintained regulatory compliance effortlessly.
  • Assisted with annual audits to maintain financial transparency.
  • Ensured accuracy in employee records for thorough payroll management.
  • Managed maternity and paternity pay computations; enabled proper support during family expansion periods.
  • Worked on overtime payments calculations to ensure fair compensation for extra hours put in by employees.
  • Monitored sick leave and holiday entitlements accurately, preventing discrepancies in payrolls.
  • Processed leavers' final payments swiftly; helped transition outgoing staff smoothly.
  • Managed payroll input, processes, submissions and audit for timely payment of 400 + employees.
  • Managed expansive payroll files on new starters, leavers, holiday and statutory payments.
  • Identified, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
  • Reconciled and balanced accounts for detailed and accurate company records.
  • Executed monthly payroll and pension procedures with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Determined holiday pay entitlements with precision, maintaining compliance.
  • Used payroll software to streamline processes for increased efficiency.
  • Handled challenging situations with sensitivity and understanding.
  • Managed employee records on database to maintain accuracy and updated information.
  • Administered confidential payroll records, meticulously maintaining data integrity.
  • Responded to enquiries and provided information regarding payroll related matters.
  • Evaluated discrepancies and rectified payroll errors.
  • Promptly resolved payroll discrepancies, minimising disruptions for employees.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries regarding payroll, pension, and expense reimbursements.
  • Managed PAYE deductions and transmitted payroll details to HMRC efficiently.
  • Leveraged strong mathematical abilities for precise, accurate payroll calculations.
  • Provided administrative support to accounting department.
  • Dispensed forms such as P45s and P60s accurately and on time.
  • Kept employee records complete, accurate and compliant.
  • Traced previous payroll transactions to identify and correct errors.
  • Maintained organisational records of gross and net employee salaries.
  • Completed accurate payroll calculations using manual or computerized systems.
  • Resolved employee queries regarding payslips, contributing to better communication within the organisation.

Poultry Rearing Farm Owner

C J McCaughley
Lurgan, Co Armagh
09.1998 - Current
  • Managed daily operations for smooth running of the farm.
  • Ensured animal welfare, resulting in improved quality of produce.
  • Increased livestock health with regular veterinary check-ups.
  • Maintained farm machinery to reduce downtime.
  • Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
  • Cleaned and maintained farm buildings, equipment and water supply systems.
  • Carried out all tasks in line with hygiene rules, upholding optimum safe working practices.
  • Handled repair and maintenance of fences, buildings and other farm structures for increased durability.
  • Removed weeds and provided farm maintenance to preserve healthy crops.
  • Carried out routine welfare checks on livestock to identify health and production abnormalities.
  • Maintained tidy stables, barns and pens to promote cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Detected disease and health problems in livestock, poultry and crops.
  • Monitored animals prior to, during and post-parturition to assist with associated husbandry.
  • Identified and addressed disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry.
  • Repaired and maintained farm vehicles, implements and mechanical equipment.
  • Oversaw farmworkers to evaluate performance and work progress.
  • Coordinated general farm operations, identifying daily priorities and required resources.

Education

GCSEs -

Lismore Comprehensive
Craigavon

BTEC National Diploma - Business and Finance

Lurgan College of Further Education
Lurgan

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Business Information Technology

Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education
Belfast

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance understanding
  • Communication excellence
  • Result-Oriented approach
  • Time management proficiency
  • Sage software expertise
  • Auditing competencies
  • Invoice processing
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial reporting
  • Payroll administration
  • Payroll
  • VAT calculations
  • Expense monitoring
  • Accounts Payable payment runs
  • Training staff
  • Customer Service
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Quality Assurance

Timeline

Finance officer

Early Years
03.2000 - Current

Poultry Rearing Farm Owner

C J McCaughley
09.1998 - Current

GCSEs -

Lismore Comprehensive

BTEC National Diploma - Business and Finance

Lurgan College of Further Education

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Business Information Technology

Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education

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