Part Time Accounts Assistant

Lloyd Recruitment Services Ltd; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Lloyd Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking a reliable Part Time Accounts Assistant in Caterham, Surrey. The role is permanently office-based (24 hours per week) with potential to progress to full-time in the future.

The ideal candidate will have previous accounts or bookkeeping experience, strong Excel skills, and meticulous attention to detail. The role includes processing invoices, bank reconciliations, VAT/CIS returns, and possible payroll support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts, finance or bookkeeping.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial administration.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the sales ledger.
• General bookkeeping and accurate financial record keeping.
• Reconciling bank accounts and credit card transactions.
• Preparing and submitting VAT and CIS returns.
• Assisting with payroll and wage administration when required.
• Handling incoming telephone calls and email enquiries.
• Filing, scanning and maintaining confidential documents.
• Supporting year-end accounts and audit processes.
• Providing general administrative support as required.

Skills

Accounts experience

Bookkeeping

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Construction software

Tools

Construction industry software

Job description

Part Time Accounts Assistant

Location: Caterham, Surrey (Fully Office Based)

Salary: £28,100 pro rata (which would equate to £15,868.24 per annum or £12.71 per hour).

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time (24 hours per week)

A busy and established business based in Caterham is seeking a reliable and organised Accounts Assistant to join the team on a part time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accounts or bookkeeping experience who is looking for a flexible, long-term role.

There is also the potential for the position to develop into a full-time role in the future, subject to business needs and the successful candidate's aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the sales ledger.


• General bookkeeping and accurate financial record keeping.


• Reconciling bank accounts and credit card transactions.


• Preparing and submitting VAT and CIS returns.


• Assisting with payroll and wage administration when required.


• Handling incoming telephone calls and email enquiries.


• Filing, scanning and maintaining confidential documents.


• Supporting year-end accounts and audit processes.


• Providing general administrative support as required.

About You

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance or bookkeeping role.


• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial administration.


• Experience with accounting software (construction industry software experience beneficial but not essential).


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Excellent organisational and communication skills.


• Construction industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Permanent part-time position (24 hours per week).


• Friendly and supportive working environment.


• Opportunity to take ownership of key finance processes.


• Potential for the role to progress to a full-time position in the future.

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper seeking a varied and rewarding part-time role, we would love to hear from you.

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.