Bookkeeping & Administration Assistant

March Recruitment; Shepperton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

March Recruitment is seeking a reliable Bookkeeping & Administration Assistant to join a growing small business in Shepperton. The role blends bookkeeping, payroll support and general office administration, ideal for someone who enjoys varied responsibilities within a close-knit team.

The candidate will have experience using Xero, managing day-to-day financial administration and supporting smooth office operations in a friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping and office administration within a small business.
• Payroll experience or support experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Xero is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements.
• Prepare and process payroll accurately and on time.
• General data entry and maintaining accurate company records.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and diaries.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails.
• Prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• File and maintain electronic and paper records.
• Order office supplies and assist with general office management.
• Provide administrative support to the wider team as required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Administration

Payroll

Small business experience

Tools

Xero

Job description

Our client is seeking a reliable and organised Bookkeeping & Administration Assistant to join their friendly, growing small business based in Shepperton. This is a varied role that combines bookkeeping, payroll support, and general office administration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across a range of responsibilities and being an integral part of a close-knit team.

The successful candidate will have experience using Xero and be confident managing day-to-day financial administration while supporting the smooth running of the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements.
• Prepare and process payroll accurately and on time.
• General data entry and maintaining accurate company records.
• Scheduling appointments, meetings and diaries.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
• Preparing documents, reports and correspondence.
• Filing and maintaining electronic and paper records.
• Ordering office supplies and assisting with general office management.
• Providing administrative support to the wider team as required.

Key attributes

• Previous experience in a similar bookkeeping and administration role.
• Experience working within a small business environment.
• Proficiency in Xero is advantageous

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment's Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.

Consultant: Ellie Crocker