Office Administrator

At Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. Our ethos, With You, means when our team thrives, our clients do too. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.

We're looking for an Administrator who will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the firm by providing essential administrative support to colleagues and clients.

Previous experience in a professional services environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

* Admin support for the firm

* Welcoming visitors, answering calls, managing post and returning client records

* Organising meetings, refreshments, supplies and general day-to-day office requirements

* Onboarding process including money laundering checks

* Managing client correspondence in a professional manner

* Supporting events, workshops and marketing activity

* Sending documents via Docusign for signature

* Setting up new companies as requested

* Typing of letters, emails and reports

* Filing accounts and monitoring deadlines

* Managing leads and keeping the new business pipeline updated

* Photocopying and scanning as required

* Dealing with company secretarial matters via a Cosec database as instructed by Compliance team

* Any other admin tasks as required

* Maintain and update the Cowgills database accurately

* Support the Senior Managers and wider team with ad-hoc tasks

* Contribute to a positive, collaborative office environment

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

* Experience in a professional services environment is essential

* Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard office software

* Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks

* Discretion and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information

* Prior experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar role

* Familiarity with office equipment (printers, scanners, videoconferencing tools)

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers, and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

* We Shine Together

* We Do the Right Thing

* We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.

About Cowgills

When we work together, great things happen.

At Cowgills, we’re more than just accountants and business advisors, we’re your business partners, dedicated to helping you grow and succeed.

Entrepreneurial, straight-talking, and truly invested in your success, we’re with you every step of the way. We don’t just show up once a year to run the numbers and vanish. Whether you’re just starting out, growing fast, or facing a few bumps in the road, we’re here for all of it — from funding and tax to deals and strategy.

Clear thinking. Honest advice.

We’ve worked hard to be one of the North West’s leading and fastest growing firm of accountants and business advisors. We’re straight talking and entrepreneurial, with a focus on the commercial realities businesses face. That’s why clients count on us. We invest time in getting to know the businesses we work with, enabling us to give structured advice that makes a tangible difference.

In 2024, Cowgills became part of Sumer Group – a collaboration of renowned regional accountancy practices with a shared vision to champion local small to medium-sized enterprises.

By bringing together the best in advisory & business services, Sumer Group retains the value that community-based practices offer and combines this with the scale, breadth of expertise and technologies that only a national organisation can muster.

Through our unique approach, we believe we can make a real positive impact and achieve growth for our company, our colleagues and our clients. Together, we are about doing the right things, putting people first and delivering the best possible services to those who sit at the heart of our economy and communities.

People first. Always.

We’re a team of 250+ smart, energetic, down to earth people who care about doing a great job and doing it with a bit of personality. We work across many sectors, from property & construction, manufacturing & engineering, leisure & hospitality, technology and much more.

No egos. No corporate speak. Just people helping businesses grow.

Ready to get started?

Whether you’ve got big plans, tricky problems, or just need someone who gets it, we are here for you. Drop us a line, come in for a brew (with locations in Bolton, Liverpool, Manchester, Stockport and Wigan), and let’s see where we can take your business together.

We take our clients on a growth journey, which can start as early as accounts management and evolves alongside their ambitions.

Whether it’s scaling operations, navigating complex transactions, or planning for retirement, our full-service offering ensures continuity and expert guidance at every stage. We want you, our clients, to view us as true business partners – helping make informed decisions, maximise value, and prepare for the future