Office Angels
Part-Time Accounts Assistant - *Swalwell*
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Part-Time Accounts Assistant
Location: Gateshead, Swalwell, with hybrid working options available after the completion of training.
Hours: 20 hours per week, flexible across Mon-Fri, 8 AM - 5 PM
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 FTE (Pro Rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Start date: WC/ 20th July 2026
Are you looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in a dynamic construction and real estate environment?
Our valued client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their small but dedicated team! If you have a knack for numbers and a passion for maintaining financial accuracy, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
- General Accounts Management: Handle various accounts tasks including credit control, sales & purchase ledger and monthly supplier reconciliations.
- Payroll Responsibilities: Utilise Sage Payroll (experience with any Sage packages is welcome) to manage payroll for up to 20 operatives, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Office Administration: Assist with general office tasks such as answering phones, managing post, and filing.
- Training Coordination: Update and maintain training records while arranging necessary training sessions for staff in line with the organisation's accreditations.
- Health & Safety Management: Keep H&S records updated as prompted by our external H&S Consultant, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
- Financial Calculations: Calculate business rebates and manage retentions held by main contractors, ensuring timely invoicing for release.
- Communication: Be the friendly voice on the phone and in emails, providing excellent support to colleagues and clients alike.
- Pensions Administration: Handle workplace pension tasks, including uploading files to the online portal.
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What We're Looking For
- A team player who fits seamlessly into our relaxed office environment while demonstrating a strong work ethic.
- Someone with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy in financial matters.
- Experience in accounting or administration, particularly with Sage Payroll or similar software, is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Work Hours: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle with flexible hours across the week.
- Hybrid Working Options: After training, you'll have the opportunity to work from home to enhance your work-life integration.
- Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a small, friendly team that values collaboration and positivity.
- Career Growth: With us, you'll have the chance to develop your skills and grow within the company.
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If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a vibrant team in the Construction & Real Estate sector, we want to hear from you!
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity—apply today and embark on a rewarding journey with us!
If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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£28,000 - £32,000 / Year
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