Want a part-time finance role in a stunning countryside setting? Our client, based on a beautiful country estate on the outskirts of Hertford, is looking for a Finance Assistant to join their close-knit team for 30 hours per week (ideally 5 days x 6 hours, but 4 full days can be considered). ASAP start.
In this hands-on role, you’ll take ownership of Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger activity across the Group, keeping invoices moving, suppliers supported, and reconciliations spot-on. You’ll process and approve transactions, manage utilities and credit cards, and complete regular bank reconciliations using the Propman accounting system.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with proven experience in a similar role and a strong accounts payable background, who enjoys variety and can confidently support multiple business operations within a small team and complex group structure.
Key Responsibilities:
Here’s what you’ll be getting stuck into (this list is a guide and not exhaustive):
* Process accounts payable invoices in Propman, ensuring everything is ready for the twice-monthly payment runs.
* Check invoices are correctly approved and coded before posting in Propman (training given)
* Own the Purchase Ledger, handle supplier queries, reconcile statements, and keep relationships running smoothly.
* Oversee Group utilities administration, ensuring accurate tracking and records.
* Manage credit cards, match receipts to statements and secure the right approvals.
* Complete bank reconciliations for the Group, keeping everything accurate and up to date.
* Pitch in with general Estate Office support when needed, answering phones, greeting guests, and providing cover for admin colleagues.
Essential attributes
* Friendly, flexible, and approachable.
* Proven experience in a similar role, with a strong background in accounts payable.
* Confident to go beyond invoice processing, with a solid understanding of wider accounts payable activities.
* Proactive, analytical, logical, and disciplined when solving problems.
* Highly organised with excellent planning and prioritisation skills, you can juggle multiple tasks and keep control.
* Self-motivated and able to work independently, using initiative and good judgement.
* Strong verbal and written communication, with the confidence to engage at all levels.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
* Excellent written and spoken English.
* Happy to roll your sleeves up and support across a small office environment.
Candidates will be assessed according to their relative strengths on the above criteria.
Advantageous attributes
* AAT Certificate in Accounting.
Working Conditions:
Working conditions: Based in a rural office on the estate—own car essential.
Perks and Benefits
* Pay: £16.41 per hour (approx. £32k pro rata)
* Hours: 9am–5.30pm (some flexibility may be required)
* Pension: 7% employer contribution
* Private healthcare, life assurance, and lifestyle perks including discounted gym membership, comprehensive discounts, and an employee support package via Sage (plus additional employment benefits).
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for this role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we will keep your details on file and may contact you about other suitable opportunities
Salary description
£16.41 - £16.41 per hour