Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment
Accounts Assistant
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Company Profile
Our client is a family-run property development company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial projects. With significant developments already underway and an impressive pipeline of future projects, they continue to grow and invest in their operations. Their collaborative culture and hands-on leadership make this an exciting time to join the business.
The Opportunity
Due to increased activity across key development sites, our client is seeking a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to support their finance function. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and contributing to a growing business.
The position is 21 hours per week, worked across your preferred pattern within Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, offering flexibility to suit your schedule.
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Working closely with the wider finance team, you will take ownership of a range of transactional accounting duties. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
- Managing weekly payment runs
- Maintaining and monitoring the finance mailbox
- Addressing and resolving supplier and internal queries
- Performing regular bank reconciliations
- Managing intercompany transactions
- Conducting credit card reconciliations
- Sales invoicing and credit control activities
- Handling end-of-tenancy utilities and rates
- Assisting with service charge reviews
Person Specification
The successful candidate will bring prior experience in a similar role and a strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes. You will also demonstrate:
- Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar
- Knowledge of bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with SAGE and/or Xero systems
- Advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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On Offer
- Salary: £30,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time hours)
- Holiday: 28 days FTE (equivalent to 18 days based on 3 days per week)
- Additional fixed festive leave (not deducted from entitlement):
- Christmas Day & Boxing Day
- New Year’s Day & 2nd January
- Office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible, part-time working pattern (21 hours per week)
- Opportunity to join a growing business with strong future projects
Please apply or contact Nicole at Nicole.archibald@cooperparry.com for more information!
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