Job Summary
Mitchells are a well-established Auction Mart based in West Cumbria, who has an opening for a professional Accounts Administrator to join the team on a part time, 6 month contract basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the smooth operation of the company's finance function.
Duties
Reporting to the Finance & Administrative Director you will provide essential support across a range of financial and administrative tasks. Your responsibilities will include:
* Assisting sales and purchase ledger processes, including invoice runs, payment processing, and resolving queries
* Data input of staff hours and payroll info to be provided to accountants and addressing queries
* Cash and cheque handling, ordering and depositing
* Controlling and reconciling petty cash
* Allocating costs and journaling
* Performing bank reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining monthly financial spreadsheets
* Handling inbound finance calls and managing the shared inbox
* Using company systems to store and compile financial data efficiently
* Assist with credit control
* Assist with the production of monthly management accounts
Skills
* Strong numerical proficiency with excellent attention to detail.
* Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
* Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
* Be able to work to tight deadlines
* Experience with Sage 50 and Xero (essential)
* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
* You'll be an efficient and productive team member, capable of prioritising tasks and escalating issues when necessary
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
Work Location: In person