Accounts/Administration Manager

Purely Recruitment Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts/Administration Manager in Swindon. The role involves managing day-to-day financial processes, along with administrative duties. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in finance, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Sage50. Benefits include on-the-job training and a friendly team environment, without weekend work.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Free on-site parking

No weekends

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a finance or accounts-based role.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage50 accounting software.
• Good Excel skills and general IT proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate supplier and client account records.
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reports.
• Organise and process import and export of goods.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in IT and office software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confident communicator

Tools

Sage50 accounting software

Excel

Job description

Overview

Accounts/Administration Manager

Swindon

Monday Friday

Salary is dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts/Administration Manager to join our client's family run business based in Swindon.

Job Overview

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills in both person and telephone, along with proficiency in IT and office software. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth functioning of the office environment while providing exceptional customer service.

You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the day-to-day financial processes. The role combines core finance admin duties with broader responsibilities, giving you a real opportunity to grow within the position and develop your career.

Key Responsibilities

General Finance Administration

• Maintain accurate supplier and client account records
• Ensure all purchase orders are up-to-date and correct
• Monitor and maintain records of bad debts and retentions
• Complete bank reconciliations and allocate transactions correctly
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reports
• Processing new customer accounts and background credit checks

Administration & Ad Hoc Duties

• Proactively manage sourcing, contracting and compliance for all direct goods and service provisions, embedding a best in class procurement governance framework
• Organising and processing import and export of goods
• Organising dispatch of domestic goods
• Assist in processing monthly reports
• Raise job cards as requested by the sales team
• Workshop Sales Processing

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in a finance or accounts-based role
• Strong working knowledge of Sage50 accounting software
• Good Excel skills and general IT proficiency
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident communicator who can work independently and within a team
• Experience working with ISO9001

Benefits

• On-the-job training and opportunities for professional development
• A supportive, friendly team environment
• Free on-site parking
• No weekends