Receptionist/Office Administrator

Pertemps; Warrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an organised Receptionist/Office Administrator in Warrington to manage communication, administration, and basic accounts support tasks. The ideal candidate enjoys responsibility and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Full-time and part-time options available, with a pay rate of £13.50 per hour. Opportunities for development are offered in this permanent position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception or office administration is an advantage.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident and assertive, comfortable working with engineers and people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls professionally, ensuring they are dealt with appropriately.
• Manage paperwork, filing, and document distribution.
• Carry out basic accounts administration tasks and input financial data onto Sage software.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Assertiveness

Tools

Sage software

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a confident and highly organised Receptionist/Office Administrator to join our busy team. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is looking to develop their career with opportunities to take on additional duties such as basic accounts support.

Location: Warrington

Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm (flexibility available; full-time or part-time considered)

Pay Rate: £13.50 p/hr

Contract: Permanent

Responsibilities

Reception & Communication

• Answer incoming calls professionally, ensuring they are dealt with appropriately.
• Identify and filter unsuitable calls, ensuring that important calls (e.g. from wholesalers, suppliers) are managed correctly and with accurate information recorded.

Administration & Office Support

• Handle incoming and outgoing post, ensuring important correspondence (e.g. from HMRC, DWP, Police) is distributed promptly.
• Manage paperwork, filing, and document distribution.
• Order and maintain office supplies, including stationery, coffee, and tea.
• Liaise with and manage external service providers such as cleaners, skip collections, and cardboard collections.
• Keep accurate records of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) issued to engineers.

Accounts Support (Training Provided)

• Carry out basic accounts administration tasks.
• Input financial data onto Sage software.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception, office administration is an advantage.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident and assertive - comfortable working with engineers and people at all levels.
• Professional telephone manner and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop, with an interest in progressing into accounts/admin support.