Accounts & Administrative Assistant (Permanent Role)

Croydon, London

About the Role An exciting opportunity for an Accounts & Administrative Assistant to join a dynamic team in Croydon! This fully office-based position is perfect for a detail-oriented individual with 1-3 years of experience in administrative and bookkeeping roles, looking to grow within a supportive and ambitious company.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (37.5 hours per week)
• Lunch Break: 30 minutes (unpaid)

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping & Stock Management: Use the Sage 200 Evolution ERP system for standard bookkeeping tasks and to manage stock.
• Procurement & Supplier Management: Support procurement activities and manage logistics for special finishes and supplier processes.
• Sales Support: Raise sales orders, delivery notes, and invoices using Sage; process stock orders for manufacturing stock parts.
• Stock Checks: Assist with monthly stock checks and update data in Sage.
• Team Administration Support: Provide essential administrative support to both management and sales teams; cover for team members during holidays.
• Cross-departmental Coordination: Serve as the key liaison between the factory and office, ensuring smooth communication across all departments.
• Customer & Supplier Enquiries: Answer phones and professionally handle enquiries from customers and suppliers.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: 1-3 years in administrative and bookkeeping roles.
• Communication: Polite, professional, and persuasive with strong relationship-building skills.
• Organization: Highly organized with a knack for multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous with a commitment to accuracy.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with Sage accounting software (particularly Sage 200 Evolution) is preferred.

Why Join?

• Competitive Salary: Starting salary commensurate with experience.
• Bonus Structure:
  • Monthly Bonus: Earn an additional 10% of your salary each month if the company hits its sales target (achieved 10 out of 12 months last year).
  • Quarterly Profit Bonus: Share in company profits with quarterly bonuses based on performance.
• Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Pension: Statutory pension provided.

Additional Information

• Location: Croydon, London (please note, parking is not available on-site).

If you're ready to be part of a fast-growing company and take your career to the next level, apply now!