Accounts Assistant – Part Time (20 hours per week)

Adore Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant to join their team in Pitsea. The ideal candidate will have previous accounts experience, a strong understanding of VAT regulations, and proficiency in Excel. This is an office-based role, requiring daily attendance. The position offers a supportive environment and flexible hours around your lifestyle, making a real impact in a growing business.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Supportive working environment

Flexible part-time hours

Qualifications

• Essential previous experience in an accounts role.
• Strong understanding of VAT regulations.
• Proficient in Excel, especially VLOOKUP and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of accounting tasks.
• Attend office daily on a part-time basis.

Skills

Previous accounts experience

Understanding of sub-contractors, CIS, and DRC VAT

Proficiency in Excel

Background in Accounts Payable

Knowledge of COS vs Overheads

Ability to work independently

Reliability and commitment

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant – Part Time (20 hours per week)

Based in Pitsea | Office-based | Small, Friendly Team

About the role

We are a small and welcoming team looking for a part-time Accounts Assistant to join us in our Pitsea office. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and is confident supporting a variety of accounting tasks.

Role details

• Part-time: Monday to Friday (4 hours per day, 20 hours per week)
• Office-based (Pitsea) – must be able to attend the office every day

Responsibilities and requirements

• Previous experience in an accounts role (essential)
• Strong understanding of sub-contractors, CIS, and DRC VAT
• Proficient in Excel, including VLOOKUP, filters, pivot tables, etc.
• Background in Accounts Payable
• Solid knowledge of COS vs Overheads
• Quick learner with the ability to work independently
• Reliable and committed to working 5 days a week

What we offer

• A permanent contract / permanent role
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Part-time hours that fit around your lifestyle as long as you can commit to every day in the office
• The chance to make a real impact in a small, growing business