Accounts Administrator - Part-time

Accounts Administrator - Part-time

We are supporting a small company based on the outskirts of Colchester with recruiting for a part-time Accounts Administrator. This family-feel and supportive company are offering you the chance to work either 10am to 4pm or 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday with an hour for lunch. The pro-rata salary is £20,000 and you must be able to drive to get there due to the location of the office.

This is a varied role which will be perfect for someone who likes to be busy and complete a variety of tasks. You must have proven experience of Xero and ideally within an administration and accounts role. You will often be the first point of contact for the company so you must have confident communication skills and be positive when representing the business to external clients.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Credit checking, taking payments and chasing debt
Open new customer and supplier accounts
Posting supplier invoices and statement reconciliation
Maintain petty cash and credit card accounts
Post bank receipts and payments
Timesheet calculation
VAT return and payment
Answering calls and greeting visitors
Arrange and book accommodation and travel, plus assist with arranging shows and events
Order supplies and consumables
Administration support such as filing, archiving, copying, franking, shredding post and documents when required
Act as the point of contact, taking messages and assisting with queries
Maintain holiday records
Organise contractors
On an ad-hoc basis assist with very basic social media posting for the company where required
Candidate requirements:

Experience using Xero

Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a small and friendly team environment

Professional and positive approach to work

Must drive due to office locationYou must be a personable individual who is willing to undertake any tasks required to support the business, the duties and days will vary, which is why it will require someone with good organisation skills. You must be able to multitask and prioritise while remaining diligent. Overall if you are a positive and proactive person who enjoys helping and assisting colleagues to achieve one main goal then this is the role for you!

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role