Accounts Administrator

Got People Ltd; Rickmansworth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A successful Engineering firm in Rickmansworth is seeking an Accounts Administrator / Bookkeeper for a part-time position (15-18 hours per week). The role involves maintaining financial records, processing payroll with Sage, and handling communication with customers. Key requirements include bookkeeping experience and strong computer skills. Competitive salary of £30k-£35k pro rata based on experience, with benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Private medical care available after qualifying period

Qualifications

• Prior bookkeeping/accounts administration experience is essential.
• Willingness to learn Sage software if not familiar.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Sales and Purchase Ledgers using accounting software.
• Reconcile Bank/Customer/Supplier statements.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Payroll.
• Maintain HR files using Sage HR software.
• Process VAT returns.
• Set up payments via online banking.
• Handle general financial paperwork.
• Manage credit control and resolve account queries.
• Order office supplies as needed.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Bookkeeping / accounts administration experience

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll / VT Transaction+ Accounting software

Attention to detail

Excellent telephone manner

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Our client are a succesfull Engineering and they are seeking an Accounts Administrator / Bookkeeper to join the team. This is a varied and interesting key role, working in a small and friendly office environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining Sales and Purchase Ledgers using Accounting software.
• Reconciling Bank / Customer / Supplier statements.
• Preparing and processing weekly & monthly payroll using Sage Payroll.
• Maintain HR files using Sage HR software.
• Processing VAT returns.
• Setting up payments via online banking ready for authorisation.
• Dealing with and maintaining general financial paperwork and filing.
• Credit control with due payments and helping to resolve accounts queries.
• Ordering stationery and general office supplies as required.
• Answering telephones and liaising with customers and suppliers.
• Other general administrative activities as needed.

Required experience / skills

• Previous bookkeeping / accounts administration experience essential.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel/Word).
• Good knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll / VT Transaction+ Accounting software. Training can be provided if not familiar with software.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills.
• Able to proactively work independently, self-motivated and a flexible team player.
• Strong communication skills - able to communicate at all levels.

Benefits

• Starting at 21 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays (up to 23 days + Bank hols after 2 years’ service) Pro rata
• Pension scheme.
• Private medical care available after qualifying period.

Job details

• Job type: Permanent Part time
• Hours of work: 15 - 18 hours per week (Some flexibility with start / finish times)
• Starting Salary: £30k -£35k pro rata (Depending on Experience).