Accounts Assistant (Part Time)

GBR Recruitment Limited; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant in East Lindsey, UK. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or time-served, with essential experience in Xero. This role offers flexible hours, making it suitable for those balancing work with personal responsibilities or seeking semi-retirement. Responsibilities include processing financial transactions, managing reports, and assisting in debt recovery.

Qualifications

• Experience with Xero accounting software is essential.
• Must be time-served in accounting or AAT qualified.
• Strong communication and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Process sales & purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
• Check suppliers' statements and investigate variances.
• Manage stock reports and conduct bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and organise financial reports as needed.

Skills

Xero experience

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

AAT qualified or time-served

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

GBR Recruitment are working exclusively with a Lincolnshire food business, recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant (time-served, or AAT qualified) to carry out an array of accounting / finance duties over a part time 25 to 30 hours working week (depending on what the applicant wants to work), working ideally 5 hours per day, with flexibility on the actual start & finish times (school hours could available etc.). This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to work around schooling or parenting responsibilities, or someone looking to become more semi-retired or just because you want part time hours for a better work / life balance.

Interviews to take place immediately, with an immediate start for the right applicant. Apply today.

Responsibilities

• Processing sales & purchase orders, invoices, payments and receipts using Xero software
• Check all suppliers statements & investigate variances
• Debt recovery
• Managing stock reports & inventory management
• VAT returns
• Bank reconciliations
• Using bespoke software
• Prepare & organise reports and financial summaries as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Time-served or AAT qualified
• Xero experience is a must have skill
• Strong knowledge of accounting & financial administration
• Experience using Xero, is a must have skill
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proactive, solution focused mindset with top notch attention to detail
• Ability to work independently & manage multiple priorities
• Great organisation skills

Additional Information

• The role is commutable from Lincoln, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Newark & Grantham or nearby areas.
• The position could suit someone working as an Accounting Technician, Financial Assistant, Finance Assistant, General Ledger Accountant, Accountant, Assistant Accountant or similar roles with comparable duties.