Office / Accounts Administrator

This role is in a well-established farming business in Barton under Needwood, Burton on Trent.  We are looking to appoint an Office / Accounts Administrator to supply efficient accounts and administration support. 

Duties will entail:-

• 1st point contact for the office / Reception Duties
• Receive and place phone calls, handling questions and concerns
• Taking messages
• Purchase and Sales Ledger: Processing and recording of all invoices
• Month End payment run for Purchase/Supplier Invoices
• Filing
• Credit Control
• VAT Returns
• Bank Reconciliations
• Stationary / Equipment Ordering
• General Photocopying for the office and directors
• Electric Meter Reads Monthly / Quarterly
• Utilities Bills
• Container Rentals and invoicing
• Project Admin Work – one off ad hoc tasks normally on Excel as they occur.
• Board Room duties to include booking of board room / setting the room up ready for meetings / teas and coffee when meeting are taking place.
• Any other general ad hoc office / admin duties the office requires

The Ideal Candidate will have:-

• An enthusiastic approach and be keen to learn
• A sound Administrative background with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An organised approach and excellent time management skills
• Ability to plan in advance and pre-empt support needed
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong sense of urgency and problem solving skills

• Good interpersonal skills both face-to-face and over the phone/email.
• Capability to work under pressure using own initiative
• Strong IT skills including skill with Microsoft Word,, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to establish positive relationships at all levels, both internally and externally, tactfully & diplomatically
• Must be able to discretely handle confidential information
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities seamlessly

Hours of Work - 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday with 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Salary Dependent on Experience

This is a busy and varied role and will suit someone looking for a busy role who takes pride in their work.  In order to fulfill this role, it is expected that the successful candidate will have some account experience as well as a background in administration.  In return, we offer a small but friendly office which is predominantly open plan.

If you feel you have the right skills and experience to perform this role, please apply now.

Website Details - www.mercerfarming.co.uk 

Closing Date Monday 23rd September 2019