Part Time Accounts Assistant

Red Recruitment 247; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant to support their finance function. You will be responsible for preparing VAT returns, conducting bank reconciliations, and processing financial transactions using Xero. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in accounting and exceptional organization and communication skills. The role offers a flexible 25-hour work week with a pro-rata salary of around £28,000.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial administration.
• Proven ability with VAT returns and bank reconciliations.
• Experience using Xero is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations regularly.
• Process sales and purchase orders, invoices, and payments.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

VAT returns

Bank reconciliations

Experience with Xero

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Part-time Accounts Assistant / Accounts Manager / Finance Administrator Flexible 25 hours per week, salary c. £28,000 pro-rata.

We re looking for an organised, proactive accounts professional with strong experience in VAT returns and bank reconciliations to support our finance function in a friendly and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and submitting accurate VAT returns

• Carrying out regular bank reconciliations

• Processing sales and purchase orders, invoices, payments, and receipts using Xero

• Checking supplier statements and investigating variances

• Managing debt recovery and credit control

• Overseeing stock reports and inventory management

• Using bespoke finance and admin software

• Preparing reports and financial summaries as needed

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial administration

• Proven ability with VAT returns and bank reconciliations (essential)

• Experience using Xero (essential)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Organised, detail-focused, and confident managing your own workload

What You Will Be Like:

• Detail-driven with a strong focus on accuracy

• Proactive and happy to roll up your sleeves to get things done

• Comfortable managing your own workload but also a great team player

• Positive, approachable, and easy to work with

• Someone who enjoys problem-solving and improving processes

Package & Benefits:

• Salary: c. £28,000 p.a. pro-rata

• Hours: 25 per week