Bookkeeping jobs in Shepshed

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Office/Accounts Administrator to join our team. This vital role combines administrative excellence with financial oversight, ensuring smooth office operations and accurate management of financial transactions. As the backbone of our administrative and accounting functions, you will play a key role in maintaining organizational efficiency, supporting the finance team, and ensuring compliance with company policies. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual eager to contribute to a vibrant workplace environment while honing their accounting skills.

Accounts & Finance

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Raise customer invoices and monitor outstanding payments.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Process employee expenses and supplier payments.
• Assist with credit control and follow up outstanding customer accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Prepare basic financial reports, spreadsheets and reconciliations.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers and external accountants as required.
• Assist with payroll administration and provide relevant information to payroll providers.
• Ensure invoices and financial documentation are properly authorised and recorded.
• Support the Directors with ad-hoc accounting tasks and projects.

Office Administration

• Manage general office administration and provide day-to-day support to the team.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, post and general correspondence.
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
• Order office supplies and monitor stock levels.
• Coordinate office equipment, utilities, maintenance and service providers.
• Arrange meetings, appointments and occasional travel requirements.
• Maintain company records, contact lists and administrative databases.
• Support new starter administration and general HR-related administration.
• Assist with organising company meetings, events and internal communications.
• Coordinate and organise subcontract engineers and in-house engineering teams to ensure efficient resource allocation, project scheduling, and timely delivery of project works.
• Ensure the office environment remains organised, professional and well maintained.

Essential

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance or office administration role.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A professional and proactive approach to work.

Desirable

• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks or similar.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and accounting procedures.
• Experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Experience supporting payroll processes.
• Previous experience in a small or medium-sized business environment.

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person