Part Time Accounts Assistant

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