Part Time Accounts Assistant

Part time role with flex on hours - would be open to school hours everyday or 2.5 days per week.
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a busy, professional finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, a proactive approach, and experience managing a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting tasks.
The successful candidate will be confident working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and liaising with internal and external contacts of all levels. Knowledge of Xero or a similar accounting system is desirable, and full training will be provided to the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Process and prep purchase invoices and payments.
* Check and reconcile supplier statements, resolving any queries.
* Assist with raising customer invoices and chasing overdue payments.
* Reconcile bank accounts (GBP and foreign currency) on a daily, monthly, and quarterly basis.
* Reconcile company credit card accounts monthly.
* Create and maintain project records through to closure.
* Check invoices against purchase orders, sales orders, and delivery records.
* Liaise with other departments to confirm goods received and projects ready for invoicing.
* Maintain accounting and CRM systems with accurate invoice and order information.
* Set up new supplier and customer accounts.
* Perform general daily admin including post, emails, calls, filing, archiving, and ad hoc finance tasks.
Skills and Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar accounts/finance role.
* Knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software preferred.
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to manage multiple workloads independently.
* Professional and proactive approach with the ability to prioritise effectively.
If you are an experienced accounts professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you