Accounts Assistant Part-time

The Opportunity

Yolk Recruitment are proud to be working exclusively with our client to recruit a hands-on Part-Time Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper (25-30 hours per week). This is a fantastic chance to join a well-established business in the construction sector and play a key role in a small, friendly finance team. You'll take ownership of the day-to-day accounts across multiple businesses, ensuring records are accurate and up to date in Xero.

The role offers genuine progression into Accounts Management as you grow, with responsibilities gradually transitioning from the external accountants.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and submitting VAT returns

• Processing invoices and supporting job costing

• Performing bank reconciliations

• Assisting with CIS returns (construction-related)

• Supporting credit control and liaising with suppliers and contractors

• Handling accounts queries and ad-hoc finance tasks

• Assisting external accountants with management accounts, reporting and year-end preparation

• Taking on additional responsibilities over time and developing into an Accounts Manager role

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeping role

• Strong working knowledge of Xero

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Construction sector experience and CIS knowledge desirable, but not essential

• A proactive, resilient approach and the ability to thrive in a lively, fast-paced environment

• Candidates from both practice and industry backgrounds will be considered

What's on Offer

• Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (pro-rata, depending on experience)

• Hours: 25-30 hours per week, with flexibility to suit your lifestyle - whether that's 5 shorter days (school-friendly hours) or 4 longer days

• 25 days holiday per year (pro-rata)

• Company laptop

• Own office space

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Free on-site parking

• Unlimited tea, coffee and filtered water

• Support for AAT studies

• Clear career progression into Accounts Management as duties are transitioned from external accountants

Next Steps

This role is being managed exclusively by Yolk Recruitment. The selection process will consist of a single, office-based interview, which includes an informal chat, a short tour, and a practical review of invoices and reconciliations.