Part-Time Accounts & Office Manager - HR, Payroll & PA to MD

Confidential; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in the United Kingdom is seeking a Part-time Accounts/Office Manager to join a well-established family-run manufacturing business. The role covers purchase and sales ledgers, payroll via QuickBooks, VAT returns, HR duties, and health & safety compliance in a busy, friendly environment.

You will handle supplier liaison, quotes, PA support to the MD, and front-line communication. This part-time position offers variety and flexibility in a small team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts, including sales and purchase ledgers, and payroll, is essential.
• Proven background in administration.
• Experience with QuickBooks would be ideal but not essential.
• Any knowledge of shipping would be ideal but not essential.
• Any exposure to HR would be advantageous.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential documentation.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger, credit control, bank reconciliations and VAT returns.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll using QuickBooks.
• Handle HR tasks including new starters, leavers, holidays and sickness; maintain HR policies.
• Maintain health and safety documentation and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Serve as first point of contact for calls and emails.
• Prepare quotes for customers and assist senior manager with complex quotes.
• Liaise with suppliers to place orders and negotiate prices.
• Organise deliveries and manage shipping documentation.
• Provide PA support to the MD including travel arrangements and personal tasks.

Skills

Accounts administration

Strong organisational skills

HR knowledge (advantageous)

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Confidential in the United Kingdom is seeking a Part-time Accounts/Office Manager to join a well-established family-run manufacturing business. The role covers purchase and sales ledgers, payroll via QuickBooks, VAT returns, HR duties, and health & safety compliance in a busy, friendly environment.

You will handle supplier liaison, quotes, PA support to the MD, and front-line communication. This part-time position offers variety and flexibility in a small team.