We are a growing chartered accountancy practice based in Bolton, providing accounting, tax and business advisory services to individuals and small businesses. We pride ourselves on offering a friendly, professional and personal service to our clients.
As our practice continues to expand, we are looking for a reliable and organised Administrative Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the office.
This Role Would Suit Someone Who Wants Flexibility
This is not a traditional 9–5 role. We are looking for someone who is flexible and can work around the needs of the business.
Hours may vary from week to week depending on workload. This role would suit someone returning to work, a parent looking for school-friendly hours, someone semi-retired, or anyone seeking flexible part-time employment.
Main Responsibilities
- Answering telephone calls and greeting clients.
- Supporting marketing activities where required.
- Managing appointments and the office diary.
- Responding to emails.
- Scanning and organising client documents.
- Preparing client files for accountants.
- Chasing information from clients.
- Maintaining electronic filing systems.
- Assisting with HMRC correspondence.
- Updating client records and databases.
- General office administration.
- Ordering office supplies.
- Helping maintain a welcoming and professional office environment.
Essential Skills
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Friendly and professional manner.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently.
- Reliable, trustworthy and confidential.
Desirable (but not essential)
- Previous administration experience.
- Experience working in an accountancy or professional office.
- Knowledge of bookkeeping software such as Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent.
- Experience dealing with HMRC or Companies House.
What We Offer
- Flexible working hours.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to grow with the practice.
- Training provided where required.
- Potential for additional hours as the business expands.
If you enjoy helping people, are highly organised and would like to become part of a growing professional practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV together with a short covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
