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About Starbots
Starbots Creative is an independent brand and marketing agency helping ambitious businesses grow through brand, design, digital and marketing services. We've been creating work we're proud of since 2010, combining creativity with commercial thinking.
We're a close-knit team of ten people who enjoy working collaboratively, supporting each other and taking pride in delivering great work for our clients.
Role Summary
Looking for a part-time role that offers flexibility, variety and the opportunity to become part of a friendly creative team?
We're looking for an experienced Bookkeeper & Administrator to join Starbots Creative for around 17-20 hours per week.
This role would particularly suit someone returning to work, looking for school-hours employment, or seeking a part-time role that offers flexibility without compromising on responsibility.
You'll take ownership of our day-to-day bookkeeping while supporting the smooth running of our busy agency. If you're organised, proactive and enjoy helping a small business stay on top of its finances and administration, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
1) Bookkeeping & Finance Administration
- Maintain accurate day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero.
- Raise sales invoices and process supplier invoices.
- Reconcile bank transactions and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.
- Manage credit control and follow up outstanding payments professionally.
- Process employee expenses and maintain organised financial records.
- Ensure financial information is accurate and ready for review by our accountant.
- Liaise with our accountant and payroll provider as required.
2) Administration
- Prepare client quotes once scope, pricing and timescales have been agreed.
- Keep Scoro and internal business records accurate and up to date.
- Support the directors with day-to-day administration.
- Manage purchase orders, supplier paperwork and general business administration.
- Answer general enquiries and help keep the office running smoothly.
- Order office supplies and support the day-to-day organisation of the studio.
3) Team Support
- Work collaboratively with the wider team to keep information organised and accessible.
- Help improve the efficiency of day-to-day administrative processes.
- Take ownership of tasks that help the wider team focus on delivering great work for our clients.
Skills and experience
We're looking for someone who has:
· Previous experience in a bookkeeping, finance administration or accounts role.
· Experience using Xero or similar accounting software.
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
· Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
· The ability to manage their own workload and prioritise effectively.
· A professional and discreet approach when handling confidential information.
· Experience working within a small business would be an advantage but isn't essential.
We’re looking for someone
· Friendly, approachable and enjoys being part of a team.
· Organised, dependable and proactive.
· Calm under pressure and able to manage changing priorities.
· Takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail.
· Enjoys helping others and making life easier for the wider team.
· Looking for a long-term role within a supportive and growing business.
Benefits
· Flexible working environment (school-hours friendly).
· Hybrid working.
· 30 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata).
· Company pension scheme.
· Casual dress.
· Company events.
· Friday early finish.
· Free drinks and snacks.
· Monthly team lunch & learns.
· Supportive, creative working environment.
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newcastle ST5 1BS
