Part time Accounts Administrator

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a small and successful business, supporting the finance function while playing a key role in cost control, cashflow management and day-to-day office operations. This is a varied, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys working across finance, administration and wider business support. Purchase ledger, Sales ledger and Profit and Loss knowledge would be ideal. The client is situated on the outskirts of the city centre and parking is available.

3 or 4 days - -14 - -14.50 an hour

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounts

• Monitoring daily bank activities and processing data using SAGE50

• Completing bank reconciliations accurately and on time

• Processing petty cash, payments and cash handling

• Preparing and managing payment runs

• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and submitting to HMRC

• Managing credit control activities

• Maintaining purchase ledger and sales ledger using SAGE and Clarity

• Daily processing of sales invoices on Clarity, including scanning and filing

• Assisting the external accountant with weekly payroll preparation

• Supporting the external accountant with year-end accounts, queries and final submission

Cost Control & Purchasing

• Supporting the sales team with general purchases and sourcing production materials

• Monitoring supplier costs and preparing information for management

• Assisting with supplier contract renewals and negotiations, including energy and service contracts

Office & Operational Support

• Providing office management support, including HR-related tasks as required

• Ensuring office supplies and materials are ordered in a timely manner

• Supporting quality control and distribution during busy periods, including transport organisation

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Proven accounting and bookkeeping skills

• Strong understanding of cashflow management and cost control

• Confident working both independently and as part of a team

• Proven experience using SAGE50 accounting software is desirable

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.