Part-Time Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Our Client
Our client is an innovative and growing organisation operating within the environmental and sustainability sector. They provide specialist consultancy services across the UK and are passionate about making a positive long-term impact within their industry.
They are now looking to recruit a Part-Time Accounts & Administration Assistant on a maternity cover basis to support the smooth running of the business.
This is an initial 6 month contract with a view to be extended
Please note you will need to drive due to office location.
Hours:17 - 25.5 hours per week (flexible across Monday to Friday 2-3 days per week)
Location: Office-based role in Oxford (on-site parking available)
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (pro rata) (17 hours/week: £12,750 per annum and 25.5 hours/week: £19,125 per annum)
Perks: 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, Birthday leave (additional day off), Private medical insurance, Free eye tests, Company pension, Casual dress, On-site parking, Professional development opportunities, Health & wellbeing programme and Company events.
Job Description
This is a varied and hands-on role supporting the accounts function, office administration, and wider business operations. Working closely with the Finance Controller and Director, you will play a key part in ensuring day-to-day processes run efficiently.
Key responsibilities include:
Generating sales invoices and processing purchase invoices
Processing cheques and supporting daily accounts activities
Responding to customer and supplier queries
Setting up new clients and suppliers, including renewals and administration
Chasing debtors and issuing customer statements
Reconciling company card reports
Supporting year-end filing and preparation
Handling post, filing, email queries and office supplies
Taking and directing incoming calls
Escalating disputes to senior management when required
Supporting ad hoc finance duties and business projectsKey Skills
Proven experience in accounts and administration within an SME environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Confident communication skills and professionalism with confidential data
A proactive, reliable and self-motivated approach
Ability to work independently while supporting a wider team
Competency with accounting systems such as Sage or Microsoft Dynamics
AAT Level 3 (or equivalent experience) preferred but not essentialWhat's on offer?
A supportive and friendly office environment
A key role within a growing organisation
Flexible part-time hours
Opportunity to contribute ideas and improve processes
Maternity cover contract with immediate start available