Job description
We are a small firm of Chartered Accountants looking for a friendly, professional and organised Receptionist/Administrator to join our team.
This is initially a part-time maternity cover position, working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 10.00am–2.00pm, for a minimum of 14 months from 1 October 2026. There may be an opportunity for increased hours for the right candidate.
The role is varied, so we are looking for someone who is flexible, well organised and happy to assist wherever needed within a busy office environment.
Key Responsibilities to include any of the following where needed:
- Answering and transferring incoming telephone calls
- Greeting clients and visitors and providing a professional and welcoming reception service
- Typing letters and emails
- Monitoring emails and responding or forwarding as appropriate
- Filing, archiving, photocopying and dealing with incoming/outgoing post
- Liaising with clients and HMRC
- Assisting with general office administration
- Carrying out other ad hoc duties as required
You will:
- Have at least 2 years' previous reception/administration experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or similar professional office
- Have an excellent telephone manner and strong communication skills
- Be friendly, professional and approachable
- Be confident using Microsoft Offic
- Be organised, accurate and have excellent attention to detail
- Be able to prioritise your workload and manage your time effectively
- Be comfortable working independently as well as part of a small team
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and GDPR
Role Details
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 10.00am–2.00pm
Contract: Maternity cover for a minimum of 14 months
Start date: 1 October 2026
Pay: National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage, as applicable
Holiday: 31 days per annum including bank holidays, pro rata
Experience: Minimum 2 years' relevant experience required
Please apply with an up-to-date CV.
If you have the experience and skills we are looking for and would like to join our friendly team, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative experience: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
