Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (DOE)
Hours: Monday – Friday, standard office hours
Working pattern: Hybrid – 1 day WFH after probation
Benefits: Parking available | Pension scheme
About the Role
We are recruiting for an Accounts Administrator to join a friendly and supportive business based in Leatherhead. This is a varied, dual role combining bookkeeping, finance support, and general office administration. The position would suit someone with solid accounting experience who enjoys a hands-on role and being involved across the wider business.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts & Finance
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Ensure daily accounting functions are completed accurately
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Maintain up-to-date financial records and prepare regular reports
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Reconcile bank statements and company accounts in a timely manner
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Process bank deposits, general ledger postings, and statements
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Enter financial transaction data accurately into internal systems
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Process incoming supplier invoices using Xero Accounting
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Prepare monthly supplier statements
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Manage supplier queries regarding invoices and payments
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Process customer invoices and chase outstanding balances
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Allocate incoming payments to contracts
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Process payments via card machine
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Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports
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Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
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Compile summaries and reports for management
Administration & Office Support
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Process sales contracts received from the sales team
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Deal with customer queries and handle issues professionally
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Attend management meetings and provide administrative support
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Renew Public Liability, Compliance, Commercial, Fleet Insurance, and CC Auto Pay accounts annually
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Order office supplies including cleaning and stationery stock
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Provide general office management and administrative support
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Ensure work is carried out in line with company procedures and applicable regulations
Person Specification
Proven experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role
Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting procedures
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Confident with data entry, filing, and record keeping
Experience using Xero Accounting
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience preparing financial reports and working with spreadsheets