Part Time Accounts Assistant

Cobham; Cobham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial services company in Cobham is seeking a part-time Accounts Administrator to manage accounting duties alongside customer support. The ideal candidate should have experience in similar roles, excellent organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers £15 per hour with a flexible schedule of 12 hours per week.

Benefits

Free car parking

Contributory pension

Referral bonus of £100

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Processing customer orders and generating invoices.
• Carrying out bank reconciliations and ensuring accurate financial records.
• Managing supplier payments and maintaining supplier accounts.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Time management

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and reliable Accounts Administrator to join our team on a part‑time basis. This varied role combines core accounting duties with administrative and customer support responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be confident managing multiple tasks, working accurately, and providing professional assistance to both the finance function and the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing customer orders and generating invoices
• Carrying out bank reconciliations and ensuring accurate financial records
• Managing supplier payments and maintaining supplier accounts
• Supporting credit control and monitoring outstanding payments
• Overseeing company vehicle administration, including MOT, tax, insurance, and servicing schedules
• Providing after‑sales support and handling customer queries
• Taking inbound calls and responding to customer and supplier enquiries
• Managing incoming emails and ensuring timely responses

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or administrative role
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload

Desirable

• Experience using Xero accounting software
• Credit control experience
• Knowledge of small business operations or office management

Hours

3 days per week, 10:00am - 2:00pm (12 hours per week)

Pay Rate

£15 per hour, equivalent to £29,250 pa based on a 37.5 hour week. Free car parking & contributory pension.

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