Accounts Administrator

  • Leicester
  • Permanent
  • Fri Oct 30 11:27:50 2026
  • 137836

Accounts Administrator

Salary: £15.00 per hour
Hours: 15–20 hours per week, worked flexibly Monday–Friday, with a 12:30pm finish on Fridays
Job Type: Part-time

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a friendly team, supporting the finance function with day-to-day accounting and office administration.

Offering flexible part-time hours, this role would suit an organised accounts professional with experience in purchase ledger and a proactive approach to managing a varied workload.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage accounts payable activities, including processing supplier invoices, preparing weekly BACS payments, maintaining the cash book and posting supplier payments.
  • Liaise with suppliers and respond to account queries.
  • Complete month-end reconciliations and maintain petty cash.
  • Provide sales ledger cover and support when required.
  • Assist the Finance Manager and wider accounts team with additional accounting duties.
  • Answer and direct incoming calls, taking and forwarding messages.
  • Sort and distribute incoming post.
  • Arrange photocopier maintenance and repairs.
  • Monitor and order stationery, office supplies and staff refreshments.

About You

  • At least three years’ experience in a similar accounts role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
  • Knowledge of Sage 200 would be advantageous.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • A flexible, adaptable and proactive approach, with excellent attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • A team player who can communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and colleagues.

Benefits

  • Flexible part-time working hours.
  • Free birthday day off.
  • On-site parking.
  • Long service award.
  • Salary Extras package.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Company events and regular social nights out.

Apply

To apply for the Accounts Assistant position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss your application and the next steps.