Accounts & Office Assistant

Shepton Mallet | 24 Hours per Week | £24,000 per annum

Are you highly organised, detail-focused and looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?

We're looking for an Accounts & Office Assistant to become a key part of our clients established family business. Supporting both our Financial Controller and the Managing Director, you'll play a central role in keeping our accounts function running smoothly while helping to manage the day-to-day operations of a busy office.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and being at the heart of a successful business.

The Role

Accounts

• Process purchase and sales invoices
• Record payments and receipts accurately
• Assist with credit control and supplier payments
• Maintain financial records using Xero
• Reconcile bank accounts and transactions
• Support month-end accounting activities
• Produce reports and spreadsheets using Excel
• Liaise with suppliers, customers and external accountants

Office Administration

• Provide support to the Managing Director
• Maintain and improve office systems and procedures
• Manage company records and documentation
• Support recruitment administration and onboarding
• Coordinate insurance renewals and policy records
• Liaise with IT providers, contractors and other external partners
• Manage office supplies and general office requirements
• Handle emails, correspondence and telephone enquiries
• Support colleagues across the business as required

About You

You'll be proactive, organised and able to manage competing priorities with confidence. You take pride in getting the details right, enjoy solving problems and are comfortable working independently.

You'll have:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• The ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
• A professional and confidential approach

Experience of Xero is an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• £24,000 per annum (24 hours per week)
• Flexible working across 3, 4 or 5 days
• Office-based role in Shepton Mallet
• Working pattern tailored to suit you and the business
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Two-week Christmas shutdown
• Workplace pension
• Free parking
• Health Cash Plan

If you're looking for a role with real variety, responsibility and flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.