Part- Time Accounts Administrator

Reed; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

On-site parking

Friendly office environment

Christmas shutdown benefits

Job summary

Reed in Wakefield is seeking a Part-Time accounts administrator to support the busy accounts team. The role focuses on credit control, maintaining debtor records and ensuring timely payments, while providing general bookkeeping support.

The ideal candidate will have credit control experience, strong IT skills (Excel/Word), and the ability to work independently during 16–20 hours per week. On-site parking is available, and the role offers a friendly, supportive office environment.

Qualifications

• Must have prior Credit Control experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Chasing outstanding payments via phone, email and letters.
• Maintain debtor records and manage customer accounts.
• Investigate and resolve account queries promptly.
• Negotiate payment plans where required.
• Monitor aged debt and escalate as needed.
• Provide administrative support to accounts team.

Skills

Credit control

Communication

Organisation

MS Office

Excel

Word

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Part-Time Accounts Administrator

Location: Junction 41 Industrial Estate, Wakefield

Hours: 16-20 hours per week

Salary: £28,000

Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time

About the Company

We are a well-established business based in Wakefield, providing reliable transport solutions to customers across the UK. Due to continued growth and increased workload within our accounts function, we are looking to recruit an additional Part-Time accounts administrator to support our existing team.

The Role

This is a varied role with a strong focus on credit control, ensuring customer accounts are effectively managed, payments are collected on time, and account information is accurately maintained. Alongside credit control responsibilities, the successful candidate will provide general administrative support to the accounts.

The role would suit an organised and proactive individual with previous credit control experience who enjoys building professional relationships with customers and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Control

• Chasing outstanding payments via telephone, email and written correspondence.
• Managing customer accounts and maintaining accurate debtor records.
• Investigating and resolving account queries in a timely manner.
• Negotiating and organising payment plans where required.
• Monitoring aged debt reports and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Maintaining positive relationships with customers whilst securing prompt payment.

Administration

• Producing customer letters and account-related correspondence.
• Posting invoices onto Sage 50.
• Assisting with the general administration of customer credit accounts.
• Updating records and maintaining accurate filing systems.
• Providing additional administrative support to the accounts and office team as required.

Person Specification

Essential;

• Previous experience in a Credit Control role.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Desirable;

• Experience using Sage 50.
• Previous accounts administration experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000 FTE (pro rata), depending on experience.
• Permanent part-time position with flexible hours between 16-20 hours per week.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Additional Christmas shutdown benefits, including two extra days off between Christmas and New Year (subject to rota arrangements).
• Office-based role with free on-site parking.