Part Time Accounts Assistant

Position: Part Time Accounts Assistant (Permanent)
Part time role with flex on hours - would be open to school hours everyday or 2.5 days per week.

Overview
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a busy, professional finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, a proactive approach, and experience managing a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting tasks.

The successful candidate will be confident working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and liaising with internal and external contacts of all levels. Knowledge of Xero or a similar accounting system is desirable, and full training will be provided to the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

* Process and prep purchase invoices and payments.

* Check and reconcile supplier statements, resolving any queries.

* Assist with raising customer invoices and chasing overdue payments.

* Reconcile bank accounts (GBP and foreign currency) on a daily, monthly, and quarterly basis.

* Reconcile company credit card accounts monthly.

* Create and maintain project records through to closure.

* Check invoices against purchase orders, sales orders, and delivery records.

* Liaise with other departments to confirm goods received and projects ready for invoicing.

* Maintain accounting and CRM systems with accurate invoice and order information.

* Set up new supplier and customer accounts.

* Perform general daily admin including post, emails, calls, filing, archiving, and ad hoc finance tasks.

Skills and Experience

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar accounts/finance role.

* Knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software preferred.

* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

* Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

* Ability to manage multiple workloads independently.

* Professional and proactive approach with the ability to prioritise effectively.

If you are an experienced accounts professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you