Accounts Assistant

British Garden Centres; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing leisure park is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented part-time Accounts Assistant to manage finance tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, invoicing, debt collection, and cash handling. Ideal candidates have experience with Sage Line 50 and can work independently. Join a supportive team culture and enjoy benefits like a discount card and on-site parking.

Benefits

Friendly and relaxed culture

Opportunity to grow with the business

Supportive team environment

Discount card at all British Garden Centres

On site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50 or similar package and general finance.
• Experience with handling and submission of cash/cheques.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using Sage Line 50.
• Generate and send customer invoices and monitor accounts receivable.
• Monitor outstanding payments and ensure timely collection.

Skills

Sage Line 50

Strong finance knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Proactive and independent work

Education

AAT or similar (not essential)

Tools

Sage Line 50

Job description

Part Time 25 Hours Per Week - Weekdays Only

Woodthorpe Leisure Park Ltd is a growing Caravan and Holiday Park nestled in the heart of the countryside near Alford, Lincolnshire.
Role Overview:

Due to the ongoing expansion of the Park, we are seeking a proactive, experienced and detail-orientated part-time Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic new opportunity to take ownership of a broad range of finance tasks. You'll be working closely with the Accounts Manager supporting the business with day-to-day financial operations and helping to streamline processes as we continue to grow. Experience with Sage Line 50 or similar package is essential.
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records using Sage Line 50
• Invoicing: Generate and send customer invoices via internal integrated systems, monitor accounts receivable and address any invoices queries
• Debt Chasing: Monitor outstanding payments, send reminders/statements and follow up with clients to ensure timely collection
• Purchase ledger: Matching and coding all incoming supplier bills and inputting to Sage
• Handle and process cash and card transactions generated through the on site Pub/Restaurant, Shop and Reception.
• Assist with weekly cash submissions and change orders.
• Handle general finance admin and ad hoc duties as required including cover in the shop and reception when needed

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a similar finance or accounting role
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50 or similar package and general finance
• Experience with handling and submission of cash/cheques to cash management suppliers
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Confident, proactive, and able to work independently without close supervision
• Comfortable in a relaxed, supportive, and family-oriented work environment
• Qualifications (AAT etc.) are welcome but not essential experience and fit are more important
• Be able to work Mondays and Fridays

What We Offer:

• Friendly and relaxed culture
• Opportunity to grow with the business
• Supportive team environment with autonomy and trust
• Discount card at all British Garden Centres
• On site parking
• Salary dependent upon experience/ qualifications.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV to: Jane Tilston, Office Manager at [e-mail]

Applications Close - Wednesday 13th August 2025

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application is successful.