Accounts Assistant

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant in Exeter. This part-time role (20 hours per week) involves managing day-to-day finance functions, including ledger management and supporting the accounts team. Ideal candidates will have experience in bookkeeping and proficiency with Sage 200. The position offers £15 per hour, flexible working hours, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

£15 per hour

Flexible working hours

Supportive team culture

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role.
• Strong knowledge of ledger processes, reconciliations, and credit control.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, credit control, and payment processes.
• Reconcile supplier statements, maintain the cash book, process invoices and credit notes.
• Support VAT return preparation and payment runs.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Proficiency with Sage 200

Ledger processes

Credit control

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

£15 PER HOUR | OFFICE BASED | PART-TIME FLEXIBLE HOURS | EXETER

A well-established manufacturing business based in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join their friendly onsite team. They supply high-quality products across the UK and pride themselves on excellent service, craftsmanship, and a supportive working environment.

Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional seeking a flexible, part-time, permanent role. Working 20 hours per week (4 hours per day, Monday to Friday), the Accounts Assistant will manage the day-to-day finance function at site level, ensuring financial information is processed accurately and efficiently, while working closely with the central accounts team.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, credit control, and payment processes
• Reconcile supplier statements, maintain the cash book, and process invoices and credit notes
• Support VAT return preparation and payment runs where applicable
• Act as a key link between the site and the head office accounts team, providing financial support and updates

Requirements

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
• Proficiency with Sage 200 accounting software (essential)
• Strong knowledge of ledger processes, reconciliations, and credit control
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently with excellent communication skills

Benefits

• £15 per hour (equivalent to £30,810 full-time, pro rata for 20 hours per week)
• Flexible working hours, role with immediate start available
• Supportive team culture with training and guidance provided
• Free Parking

Note on Sponsorship

We regret to inform that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Georgia Parkhouse

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