Accounts/Administrative Assistant

Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional seeking a flexible part-time role? We are recruiting on behalf of our client who is looking for a dedicated Accounts & Administrative Assistant to join their small, close-knit finance team based in Paignton.

This varied, hands-on role offers 25–30 hours per week with genuine flexibility around when your hours are worked. It is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to successfully balance work around childcare, studies, or other local commitments.

Your Role as an Accounts & Administrative Assistant

Working as part of a highly supportive finance team, you will work closely with their Finance Manager. In this Accounts & Administrative Assistant position, you will play a vital role ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our client's accounts function while keeping their office organised.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process supplier and customer invoices and credit notes accurately using Sage 50.
• Match supplier invoices against the purchase order system.
• Reconcile supplier statements on a monthly basis.
• Carry out credit control activities and follow up outstanding payments.
• Authorise purchase orders and process receipts.
• Handle general office administration, covering data entry, record keeping, and answering incoming calls.
• Work collaboratively to provide wider administrative support to their friendly team.

What We Are Looking For

Our client's ideal Accounts & Administrative Assistant is someone who loves variety, balances tasks with high accuracy, and brings a positive, flexible approach to a small office environment.

About You:

• Experience: Ideally 2 years' experience in a similar accounts, bookkeeping, or finance administration role. However, our client is completely open-minded if you have strong foundational skills and the right attitude!
• Software Skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Sage 50 experience is preferred, but they are happy to provide full system training if you have used another accounting package.
• Traits: Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy, a friendly professional manner, and the ability to work independently.

What We Offer Our Accounts & Administrative Assistant

Our client genuinely values their staff and wants to ensure you feel supported from day one. As their new Accounts & Administrative Assistant, you will enjoy:

• True Flexibility: 25–30 hours per week tailored to fit around your commitments.
• Great Culture: A friendly, supportive, and collaborative local team environment.
• Growth: Full training and support where required to get you up to speed.
• Impact: The opportunity to become a truly valued member of a small business where your contribution makes a visible difference every day.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the local, flexible role you have been searching for, click apply today! We are managing this vacancy closely and are looking to move quickly with interviews.