Accounts Administrator
Hybrid | 2–3 days per week in the office
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to support the finance function across a range of accounting, reconciliation and reporting activities. This role would suit someone with a genuine interest in finance, strong Excel skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Skills & Experience
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Inquisitive mindset with a genuine interest in accounting processes
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Experience using Xero is advantageous
* Confident Excel user, including:
* Pivot tables
* VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
* SUMIF/SUMIFS
* Data manipulation and analysis
* Understanding of financial controls and fraud prevention
* Comfortable following established authorisation and approval processes
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
* Process supplier invoices accurately, including VAT coding
* Reconcile supplier statements as required
* Process client invoices prepared by the sales team
* Ensure supplier costs are approved in line with costing sheets and delegated authority levels
Bank & Financial Reconciliations
* Complete daily bank reconciliations
* Liaise with colleagues to obtain missing receipts and invoices
* Prepare and reconcile prepaid and deferred income accounts at month-end
* Complete monthly intercompany loan reconciliations
* Assist with VAT reconciliation preparation
Financial Controls & Administration
* Ensure all documents are processed correctly through pre-accounting software and uploaded into the accounting system
* Maintain a rigorous approach to payment controls and authorisation procedures
* Support the processing of month-end journals provided by the Financial Controller
* Resolve supplier and internal finance queries in a timely manner
Reporting & Business Support
* Prepare and maintain monthly business development and marketing spend trackers
* Support budget monitoring and expenditure controls
* Assist with the preparation of the 13-week cashflow forecast, particularly around customer receipts and supplier payments relating to booked projects and trips
* Provide support and guidance to the sales team on reconciliations, processes and finance best practice
What We Are Looking For
You will be a proactive team player with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and a willingness to take ownership of your work. You will enjoy working collaboratively across departments and take pride in maintaining accurate financial records and robust financial controls.