Business Administrator

MHA; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Competitive salary package

Employee recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking a Business Administrator based in Lancaster. This full-time, office-based role focuses on delivering exceptional support to clients and colleagues. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, maintaining databases, and providing PA support. Ideal candidates should have strong administration and organizational skills, a good understanding of MS Office, and an attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and additional employee support programs.

Qualifications

• Excellent administration, organizational, and prioritization skills are needed.
• A good understanding of MS Office is required.
• Attention to detail and a professional manner are essential.
• Professional telephone and personal manner.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative.
• Good standard of general education in Maths and English.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent administration support to clients and colleagues.
• Maintain online databases and complete tasks timely.
• Offer PA support including arranging meetings and travel.
• Keeping online databases up to date.
• Professional and efficient interaction with clients either on the phone, in person or via email.
• Answering phones and dealing with queries in line with our firms’ standards.
• Providing PA support including arranging internal and external meetings, travel arrangements and time management assistance.
• Provide ongoing support to the partners and teams on departmental projects and reports.
• Ad hoc assistance to team members as required, no two days are ever the same.
• Providing front of house assistance and attendance at offices 5 days per week.
• Continually seeking opportunities to improve processes. Sharing best practice and tips to help others work more efficiently, making best use of technology and resources available.
• Providing contingency cover across the Northwest region when necessary.
• Complying and championing our firm’s Values.

Skills

Excellent administration skills

Organisational skills

Prioritisation skills

Good understanding of MS Office

Professional telephone manner

Attention to detail

Education

General education in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Lancaster (Full time, office based role)

Competitive salary, negotiable depending on your experience and expertise.

Are you ready to bring your Administration expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact?

What Sets Us Apart

At MHA, we’re about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.

Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

Here, You’ll Shape More Than Careers

We’re looking for a talented Business Administrator who thrives in a people-focused environment and sees challenges as opportunities for growth. At MHA, you’ll work alongside passionate professionals who care about making a difference. Your role in Business Admin will be far more than policies and procedures; it’s about creating an inspiring workplace culture, fostering individual growth, and implementing strategic initiatives that drive meaningful, lasting impact across our team.

• Providing excellent Business Administration support to our clients and colleagues in a professional and innovative environment.
• Providing exceptional administration support including letters, reports, databases and online systems, with high level attention to detail.
• Completing tasks in a timely manner, within agreed SLA’s and dealing with urgent matters as they arise.
• Keeping online databases up to date.
• Professional and efficient interaction with clients either on the phone, in person or via email.
• Answering phones and dealing with queries in line with our firms’ standards.
• Providing PA support including arranging internal and external meetings, travel arrangements and time management assistance.
• Provide ongoing support to the partners and teams on departmental projects and reports.
• Ad hoc assistance to team members as required, no two days are ever the same.
• Providing front of house assistance and attendance at offices 5 days per week.
• Continually seeking opportunities to improve processes. Sharing best practice and tips to help others work more efficiently, making best use of technology and resources available.
• Providing contingency cover across the Northwest region when necessary.
• Complying and championing our firm’s Values.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent administration, organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Good understanding of MS office (specifically, Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Professional telephone and personal manner.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative.
• Good standard of general education in Maths and English.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Rewards That Resonate

You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.

• 33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days)
• Competitive salary package
• Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives.
• New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counseling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.
• And lot’s more!

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Apply now and be part of a team that celebrates diversity, champions innovation, and priorities your success!