Accounts & Office Assistant - Part-time (Permanent)

Kentjobs; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency in Ashford is seeking a reliable and motivated individual for a part-time office role. The ideal candidate will have good organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities include managing contract records, processing payments, and general administrative support. A salary of £13.00 - £15.00 per hour based on experience is offered, along with benefits such as 28 days of holiday and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in an office environment and bookkeeping role is desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing contract records.
• Preparing staff expenses & credit card transactions.
• Recording company purchases and sales on Xero Accounting Package.
• Processing supplier payments.
• Credit control and chasing overdue invoices.
• Reviewing bank statements.
• Assisting with VAT transactions.
• Providing general administrative support to the office.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Xero Accounting Package

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our small, friendly, team based in Cobbs Wood Industrial Estate, Ashford. This is an office-based role, so applicants living locally or with a short commute will be ideal.

While previous experience in an office environment is desirable, full training for role-specific tasks will be provided. The successful candidate will be well-organised, detail-oriented, and confident using standard Microsoft Office applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing contract records
• Preparing staff expenses & credit card transactions
• Recording company purchases and sales on Xero Accounting Package
• Processing supplier payments
• Credit control and chasing overdue invoices
• Reviewing bank statements
• Assisting with VAT transactions
• Providing general administrative support to the office

Role Details

• Job Type:Part-Time (Permanent)
• Work Location: In-person, Ashford, Kent
• Approx. 4 hours per day
• Work to be completed during Office Hours
• Pay: £13.00 - £15.00 per hour depending on experience

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking

Requirements

• Experience in an office environment and bookkeeping role is desirable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Must have full rights to live and work in the UK permanently

How to Apply

Please apply by sending a brief covering letter and CV by email to [e-mail]

Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful applications, but we will contact shortlisted candidates by the end of November to arrange an interview.