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Full-Time
Altrincham

Overview
Howard James Recruitment is working with a valued client to appoint an experienced Senior Bookkeeper. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional with a proven background in bookkeeping and accounting, particularly with Xero. The position plays a crucial part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting the smooth running of financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely processing of accounts payable.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
  • Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow to ensure adequate funds are available.
  • Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  • Assist with budget preparation and forecasting, providing insights into performance.
  • Support external audits by providing the necessary documentation.
  • Use Xero to efficiently manage financial transactions.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role.
  • Proficiency with accounting software, particularly Xero (essential).
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable and general accounting principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data accurately.
  • A relevant accounting or finance qualification is desirable but not essential.

Package

  • Full-time, permanent position.
  • Salary: £30,000 – £37,000 per annum, depending on experience.

If you are passionate about accuracy in finance and looking for an opportunity to take ownership in a senior bookkeeping role, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Features

Job Category

Bookkeeping

Salary£30000 - £37000 Per Year

OverviewHoward James Recruitment is working with a valued client to appoint an experienced Senior Bookkeeper. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional with a proven background in ...View more

Full-Time
Wilmslow

Are you a highly organised, detail-driven professional looking for your next step in HR? Howard James Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading business in Wilmslow to recruit an HR Administrator for their modern, high-spec offices.

In this full-time, office-based role, you’ll be at the heart of the HR function, supporting the team with a variety of people-focused and administrative tasks. From maintaining accurate employee records and coordinating onboarding to assisting with payroll and responding to employee queries, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and takes pride in delivering excellent service to both colleagues and management.


What’s on Offer

  • Generous Holiday Allowance – 30 days including bank holidays plus your birthday off (rising to 33 days with service)
  • Employee Benefits – Access to staff perks and schemes (subject to terms and eligibility)
  • Supportive Culture – Join a friendly, people-focused business where you’re valued
  • Career Development – Ongoing training and a clear pathway for progression
  • Fantastic Workplace – Modern, well-equipped offices designed for productivity and comfort
  • Peace of Mind – Life Assurance Scheme

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate and confidential HR records in the HR system
  • Assist with recruitment administration, including posting job adverts and arranging interviews
  • Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including inductions and exit interviews
  • Prepare HR documentation such as contracts, letters, and reports
  • Respond to employee queries on policies, benefits, and procedures
  • Monitor absence, holidays, and leave, supporting payroll preparation
  • Assist with HR projects and initiatives as required
  • Manage low-level disciplinary cases in line with ACAS guidelines

About You

  • Previous HR administration experience is desirable
  • Strong organisation, time management, and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
  • HR system/database experience is a plus
  • CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) preferred, but not essential
  • Discreet, professional, and proactive problem-solver

If you’re ready to join a successful, people-focused organisation and make an impact in HR – we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with Howard James Recruitment and take the next step in your career.

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Job Features

Job Category

HR Administrator, Human Resources

Salary£25000 - £30000 Per Year

Are you a highly organised, detail-driven professional looking for your next step in HR? Howard James Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading business in Wilmslow to recruit an HR Admin...View more

Full-Time
Knutsford

About the Company
We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading company based in Knutsford, renowned for its innovation, professional excellence, and strong reputation within its sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, forward-thinking organisation where people are valued, and career growth is encouraged.

Role Overview
As an integral member of the finance team, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, and expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Reconciling bank statements and company credit card accounts.
  • Assisting with month-end and year-end financial processes.
  • Maintaining accurate financial records in line with company and legal requirements.
  • Preparing payment runs and liaising with suppliers regarding queries.
  • Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc projects and reporting.
  • Ensuring compliance with internal processes and external regulations.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous experience in an accounts or finance role (1–3 years preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
  • High attention to detail and strong numerical ability.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

What’s on Offer

  • £25,000 - £28,000 basic wage + benefits
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Friendly, supportive working environment in a modern Knutsford office.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounts career and join a market-leading business, apply today with your CV.

Job Features

Job Category

Accounts Assistant

Salary£25000 - £28000 Per Year

About the CompanyWe are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading company based in Knutsford, renowned for its innovation, professional excellence, and strong reputation within its sector. Thi...View more

Full-Time
Rochdale

Overview
Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support across the employee lifecycle. This pivotal role ensures seamless HR operations, accurate record-keeping, and excellent candidate and employee experiences throughout all stages of recruitment and HR administration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver broad HR administrative support, covering the full spectrum of the employee lifecycle— from recruitment through onboarding to exit processes.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for HR-related queries, ensuring timely and professional responses.
  • Maintain and update HR systems and databases accurately, including personnel files, attendance, and contract changes.
  • Assist with recruitment: liaise with agencies, shortlist applications, support interview scheduling, and help manage the onboarding process through offer to induction.
  • Collaborate with payroll and finance to prepare monthly payroll instructions and ensure data accuracy.
  • Support employee relations—including performance, absence, grievance, and disciplinary matters. Assist with investigations and hearing arrangements where necessary.
  • Support and administer employee wellbeing initiatives, including surveys, wellbeing calendars, campaigns, and risk assessments.
  • Prepare and deliver HR data and KPI-based reporting to support informed decision-making.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Excellent organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
  • Proficient in HR systems and comfortable with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Effective communicator able to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Calm under pressure with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Relevant HR qualification (e.g. CIPD Level 3) preferred but not essential for the right candidate.

Job Features

Job Category

Human Resources

Salary£28000 - £32000 Per Year

OverviewOur client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support across the employee lifecycle. This pivotal role ensures seamless HR operatio...View more

Full-Time
Ellesmere Port

We’re currently seeking a confident and proactive Administrator / Accounts Assistant to join a busy and fast-paced warranty department. This is a varied role, ideal for someone who enjoys working on the phone and has a solid grasp of basic accounts admin.

📅 Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.30pm (1 hour lunch break)

💼 Key Responsibilities:

Handling inbound calls from customers, retailers, and claims teams

Navigating the warranty portal with ease

Responding to emails from retailers and following up on queries

Ordering parts and managing order progress

Raising and processing invoices

Entering daily bank transactions accurately

Supporting credit control activities

Occasionally dealing with customer and retailer complaints

📞 This is a phone-heavy role, so a confident telephone manner and excellent communication skills are a must!

📚 The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Strong telephone and interpersonal skills

Previous admin or accounts experience (claims experience is a bonus!)

A good eye for detail and a professional approach to customer service

Experience using Sage would be highly advantageous

🎁 Perks & Benefits:

£13.00 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

If you’re organised, enthusiastic, and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Features

Job Category

Administration

Salary£25000 - £27000 Per Year

We’re currently seeking a confident and proactive Administrator / Accounts Assistant to join a busy and fast-paced warranty department. This is a varied role, ideal for someone who enjoys working on...View more

Full-Time
Crewe, Holmes Chapel

Location: Holmes Chapel, Cheshire East
Salary: £35,535 – £39,832 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (37 hours per week)
Hybrid Working: Minimum 3 days on-site per week


💼 Overview

Are you a strategic marketer with a flair for brand development and commercial performance? We're seeking a talented Marketing Manager to lead the charge in brand and commercial strategy within the health and leisure sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to blend creative marketing with meaningful community impact.


🎯 Your Role

As Marketing Manager, you'll be responsible for shaping brand identity, driving membership engagement, and delivering revenue-focused campaigns across a portfolio of leisure centres and wellbeing services. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to champion the brand in line with core values such as inclusivity, trust, and wellbeing.


🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Create and implement brand strategies that resonate with diverse audiences
  • Deliver integrated promotional campaigns that drive growth
  • Use market data and insights to influence strategic decisions
  • Represent the organisation at events and marketing forums
  • Ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity

🧩 Ideal Candidate

  • Degree-qualified in Marketing, Business, or a related field
  • Proven experience in brand leadership and commercial strategy
  • Confident in interpreting data and measuring campaign success
  • Excellent stakeholder communication and project management skills
  • A genuine passion for health, fitness, and positive community outcomes

🌟 Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to influence and grow a brand with purpose
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements
  • Access to career development support and wellbeing resources
  • Bonus scheme, pension, and staff discount perks

📆 Key Dates

  • Closing date: 6th August 2025

Job Features

Job Category

Marketing, Sales & Marketing

Salary£35000 - £40000 Per Year

Location: Holmes Chapel, Cheshire EastSalary: £35,535 – £39,832 per annumContract: Full-time, Permanent (37 hours per week)Hybrid Working: Minimum 3 days on-site per week 💼 Overview Are you a s...View more

Full-Time
Stockport

Howard James Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Customer Service Representative to join their vibrant team. This is a fantastic permanent role for someone who thrives on delivering excellent customer experiences and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role:
You will be the first point of contact for customers, handling enquiries, processing orders, and resolving issues promptly and professionally. Your friendly and approachable manner will be key to building lasting relationships with clients and ensuring satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond promptly to customer enquiries via phone, email, and online chat
  • Manage and process orders accurately and efficiently
  • Handle customer complaints with tact and professionalism
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and improve service
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products and services

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience in a customer service role, ideally within retail or e-commerce
  • Strong communication skills with a customer-first mindset
  • Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple enquiries
  • IT literate with experience using CRM systems or similar software
  • A positive, proactive attitude and team player

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for career development

If you’re ready to take the next step in your customer service career, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today by submitting your CV through Howard James Recruitment.

Job Features

Job Category

Customer Service

Salary£24375 - £26000 Per Year

Howard James Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Customer Service Representative to join their vibrant team. This is a fantastic permanent role for someone who thrives on deliverin...View more

Contract, Full-Time
Blackburn, Wakefield

🚨 We're Hiring: Service Charge Business Partner 🚨

Wakefield / Blackburn / Hybrid | Full-Time | £47,000–£57,000 DOE

Howard James Recruitment are working on behalf of a well-regarded client to recruit a talented and commercially astute Service Charge Business Partner to join a dynamic finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with service charge expertise to step into a leadership role, supporting the delivery of accurate, compliant, and customer-focused financial information across a large property portfolio.


🔍 What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead on year-end service charge statements and liaise with auditors for final sign-off
  • Prepare monthly service charge management accounts
  • Oversee and guide the service charge team, supporting their professional development
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure charges are calculated fairly and consistently
  • Keep service charge data accurate and up to date across internal systems
  • Take the lead on service charge-related queries and customer complaints
  • Ensure sinking funds are accurate and well maintained
  • Support budget setting, KPI reviews, and financial analysis
  • Provide data for first-tier tribunals when needed
  • Continuously review and improve service charge frameworks and practices

🧠 What You’ll Need:

  • Strong experience producing financial information and analysing service charge performance
  • Up-to-date knowledge of housing sector service charge regulations
  • Exceptional communication skills to liaise with both customers and internal teams
  • Experience managing and motivating finance staff
  • A collaborative mindset and a knack for solving problems with commercial insight
  • Good working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word and Teams
  • A full UK driving licence (travel across sites may be required)

✅ Bonus Points If You:

  • Are a qualified accountant (or actively studying)
  • Have experience with Bluebox or similar service charge systems
  • Can demonstrate value-for-money initiatives in your previous roles

🧭 Location & Flexibility:

The role offers hybrid working with travel to Wakefield, Blackburn, and other sites as required. Flexibility is key—so you’ll be trusted to manage your own schedule in a way that delivers results.


🚀 Why Apply?

This isn’t just another finance job. It’s your chance to make a genuine impact—improving processes, mentoring others, and shaping service delivery in a values-led environment. If you enjoy taking the lead, influencing positive change, and being a safe pair of hands under pressure, we want to hear from you.


🔗 Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply today by registering your CV with Howard James Recruitment.
Or schedule a confidential chat: Book a Call

Job Features

Job Category

Administration

Salary£47000 - £57000 Per Year

🚨 We’re Hiring: Service Charge Business Partner 🚨 Wakefield / Blackburn / Hybrid | Full-Time | £47,000–£57,000 DOE Howard James Recruitment are working on behalf of a well-regarded cli...View more

Job Description:

Are you an experienced travel professional looking for a better work-life balance?
Howard James Recruitment is working on behalf of a long-standing client in the corporate travel sector to recruit a Part-Time Business Travel Consultant based in Warrington.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in the world of business travel but prefers a 3-day working week with ongoing client exposure and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, booking flights, hotels, and transport via Galileo, Amadeus, or Sabre
  • Deliver exceptional customer service through prompt and accurate travel planning
  • Provide support for complex travel itineraries, policy advice, and troubleshooting
  • Ensure bookings align with client travel policies and preferences
  • Keep client and traveller records accurate and up to date

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience in a similar Business Travel Consultant role (minimum 2 years)
  • Competency in using GDS systems (Galileo/Amadeus/Sabre essential)
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-first attitude
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
  • Availability to work 3 days per week (with some flexibility on days)

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive part-time salary (pro-rata)
  • Join a highly regarded corporate travel team with a loyal client base
  • Support from an experienced internal travel manager
  • Opportunity to continue your travel career on your terms

Call to Action:
If you're ready to continue your career in corporate travel without committing to full-time hours, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today through Howard James Recruitment.

Hashtags:
#HowardJamesRecruitment #RecruitmentAgency #PartTimeJobs #TravelConsultant #WarringtonJobs #BusinessTravel #FlexibleWork

Salary£27000 - £30000 Per Year

Job Description: Are you an experienced travel professional looking for a better work-life balance?Howard James Recruitment is working on behalf of a long-standing client in the corporate travel secto...View more

Full-Time
Alderley Edge

About the Role

We're recruiting on behalf of a rapidly expanding traffic management business seeking a proactive and adaptable Project Administrator. In this role, you'll support the delivery of day-to-day traffic management operations, ensuring schemes run smoothly, safely, and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Liaise with clients via telephone and email
  • Prepare and issue quotations
  • Schedule daily work assignments
  • Assist the team with general office duties
  • Produce operational packs for on-site teams
  • Maintain meticulous records and administrative accuracy

Skills & Experience

  • Excellent IT skills and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly
  • Clear and confident communicator
  • Well-organised with a ‘can-do’ attitude
  • Previous traffic management experience desirable (full training provided)

Benefits

  • 23 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Company uniform and comprehensive in-house training
  • Overtime opportunities and clear career progression
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–17:00 (plus overtime available)

What Makes You Stand Out

  • A proactive, solution-oriented approach
  • Meticulous nature and reliability
  • Positive attitude and readiness to learn

Interested?
Ready to take the next step in your career? Send CV to careers@howardjames.co.uk or call Sarah Hown on 0161 641 2550

Job Features

Job Category

Administration

About the Role We’re recruiting on behalf of a rapidly expanding traffic management business seeking a proactive and adaptable Project Administrator. In this role, you’ll support the deliv...View more

Full-Time
Manchester

📌 Legal Secretary / Administrator (Retrain Opportunity)

Location: Sharston, Wythenshawe, Manchester
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum
Type: Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid (3 days WFH after probation)

✨ About the Employer

Express Solicitors is an award-winning “no win, no fee” personal injury and clinical negligence law firm, proudly ranked in the top 100 UK law firms by The Lawyer and Legal 500. They’re known for a supportive culture, generous benefits, and a strong hybrid working model

🔧 Role Overview

Are you a confident administrator with attention to detail and excellent IT skills? Join a fast-growing legal team and retrain as a Legal Secretary, providing vital support to fee-earners across areas like Road Traffic Accidents, Employers’ Liability, or Public Liability

📋 Key Responsibilities

  • Assist a pool of Fee Earners with file and document management
  • Type correspondence, pleadings, and court bundles accurately and swiftly
  • Make/receive professional calls to clients, counsel, and colleagues
  • Schedule meetings, arrange hearings, and manage diaries
  • Use Proclaim case management and digital dictation systems where applicable
  • Support other administrative team members as needed

👤 Who We’re Looking For

  • At least 2 years’ administrative experience; legal or medical sector experience is a plus
  • Exceptional spelling, grammar, and telephone communication skills
  • Excellent IT literacy, including Microsoft Office
  • Accurate audio-typing skills (65+ WPM); familiarity with digital dictation (e.g., Big Hand) desirable
  • Highly organised, detail-focused, and capable of managing conflicting priorities

🎁 Benefits & Working Culture

  • Competitive hybrid working pattern (3 days in office, 2 from home)
  • 23 days holiday (rising to 26), plus bank holidays, birthday leave & holiday-buy-back
  • Private medical insurance (after 2 years), EAP, annual flu jab
  • Gym access, sports teams (football, netball), charity events & vibrant social committees
  • Role in a friendly, supportive legal environment — ranked highly in Best Companies

✅ Why Apply via Howard James Recruitment?

As a commercial recruitment specialist in legal support roles, Howard James Recruitment offers:

  • Insider access to fast-growth legal teams
  • Full support through application, interview prep, offer negotiation, and onboarding

📞 Apply Now!

Ready to take the next career step with Express Solicitors? Reach out to Howard James Recruitment today:

  • 📧 Send your CV to manchester@howardjames.co.uk or
  • 📞 Call 0161 641 2550 to arrange a confidential chat

Howard James Recruitment – Your bridge to great opportunities.

Job Features

Job Category

Legal Sector Jobs

Salary£26000 - £28000 Per Year

📌 Legal Secretary / Administrator (Retrain Opportunity) Location: Sharston, Wythenshawe, ManchesterSalary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annumType: Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid (3 days WFH after proba...View more

Part-time
Stockport

Salary: £12,456 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (17.5 hours per week)
Location: Central Stockport (close to the train station)

Working Hours:

  • Tuesday: 12:30pm – 4:00pm
  • Wednesday: 12:30pm – 4:00pm
  • Thursday: 12:30pm – 4:00pm
  • Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Are you a well-organised, compassionate administrator looking for a part-time role that really makes a difference?

We’re looking for an experienced and adaptable Administrator to join a dedicated and supportive team in the heart of Stockport. This is a varied role that goes beyond traditional admin, involving work that supports people on their journey to independence, personal growth, and employment.


🔑 Key Responsibilities:

📋 General Administration

  • Act as the first point of contact for visitors, phone enquiries, and emails
  • Manage day-to-day admin tasks such as filing, data entry, document control, and booking meeting rooms
  • Take minutes during internal meetings and ensure timely distribution of paperwork
  • Liaise with team members, clients, families, and external agencies

👥 Support Coordination

  • Schedule support meetings and progression interviews
  • Handle internal referrals and appointments for wellbeing services
  • Provide signposting to external organisations (e.g., housing, benefits, counselling)
  • Process travel support requests (bus passes, applications)
  • Assist with coordinating and preparing for support review meetings
  • Manage meal orders and support access to free meal programmes

📣 Marketing & Communication

  • Help maintain online content (e.g., website updates)
  • Draft and send clear, timely communications to stakeholders
  • Support the planning and promotion of community and engagement events
  • Collect feedback via surveys or engagement initiatives

🏢 Facilities & Operations

  • Monitor general site standards and raise maintenance issues
  • Support basic health & safety procedures and compliance
  • Liaise with suppliers and contractors as needed

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Skills:

  • Experience in a busy administrative role
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to pick up new systems quickly
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • A warm, empathetic approach with strong confidentiality awareness

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with safeguarding and data protection (GDPR)
  • Previous experience supporting vulnerable individuals or working in a care/support environment
  • Confidence handling sensitive documentation and coordinating with multiple stakeholders

🎁 Benefits Include:

  • Pension scheme
  • Sick pay
  • Employee discount programme
  • Health & wellbeing support
  • Staff referral scheme
  • Supportive, purpose-driven working culture

🛑 Please Note:
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and online search in line with current safeguarding and recruitment standards.

Job Features

Job Category

Administration

Salary£13.69 - £11.69 Per Hour

Salary: £12,456 per annumContract: Permanent, Part-Time (17.5 hours per week)Location: Central Stockport (close to the train station) Working Hours: Are you a well-organised, compassionate administra...View more

Full-Time
Holmes Chapel

Howard James Recruitment is proudly representing a long-established and respected client in the agricultural sector, who are currently seeking a Customer Services & Accounts Administrator to join their friendly and professional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied and customer-focused role within a busy office environment. Our client is a progressive, family-run business with a strong reputation for excellence and reliability across the North of England.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Acting as the first point of contact via telephone for customers, suppliers, and internal sales teams
  • Greeting and serving customers in person at the front desk, including taking payments
  • Accurately processing and amending sales orders received via phone, email, or face-to-face
  • Liaising daily with internal departments including sales, transport, and production
  • Sending order confirmations and managing invoicing/crediting tasks
  • Handling customer queries and complaints with professionalism and care
  • Processing customer payments by cheque, card, and cash
  • Performing general administrative duties to support the wider team

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30

What’s in It for You:

  • Company pension
  • Group Life Assurance Scheme
  • Additional holidays for length of service
  • Optional accident insurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee discounts
  • Free on-site parking

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Ideally educated to GCSE level or equivalent
  • A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills
  • Someone comfortable working across multiple teams with a proactive, can-do attitude
  • Prior experience in an accounts or customer service role would be beneficial

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive business that plays a key role in its sector and is known for its people-first approach and team spirit.

Job Features

Job Category

Administration, Banking and Finance

Salary£26000 - £27000 Per Year

Howard James Recruitment is proudly representing a long-established and respected client in the agricultural sector, who are currently seeking a Customer Services & Accounts Administrator to join ...View more

Part-time
Eccles

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator to join our clients busy team. You'll play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations, supporting both staff and customers, and helping maintain a professional and welcoming environment.


Working Hours:

  • Monday: 7:30am – 3:00pm
  • Tuesday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
  • Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
    Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
    Start Date: Immediate

📋 Key Responsibilities:

  • Schedule appointments and communicate effectively with clients and team members.
  • Use management software to handle scheduling changes and payment processing.
  • Greet visitors, answer queries, and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed.
  • Organise and coordinate team diaries, meetings, and events.
  • Provide general administrative support across the business.
  • Open and close the premises, ensuring all areas are safe, clean, and well-presented.
  • Step in to support frontline service or cover responsibilities as required.
  • Carry out any additional duties requested by management.

✅ Requirements:

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
  • Confident using IT systems, with experience in admin or scheduling software.
  • A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • A proactive, helpful, and solutions-focused attitude.
  • Driving licence and access to a car is desirable.

🌟 Personal Qualities:

  • Friendly and professional approach.
  • Confident dealing with a variety of people and situations.
  • Patient, dependable, and a strong team player.
  • Motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

🎁 Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Employee discounts
  • Company events
  • Sick pay

Job Features

Job Category

Administration

Salary£1216.80 - £1216.80 Per Month

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator to join our clients busy team. You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations, supporting both staff and customers,...View more

Flexible Hours, Full-Time, Part-time
Warrington

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and producing regular financial reports using Sage accounting software. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of our financial and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and reconcile all accounting records using Sage.
  • Process accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Reconcile bank statements, manage cash flow, and produce reports.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including VAT returns and PAYE.
  • Liaise with external accountants and auditors as required.
  • Support budgeting, financial planning, and reporting activities.
  • Assist with billing, credit control, and other financial and administrative tasks.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Provide general administrative support to management and staff.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for clients, suppliers, and visitors—both in person and via phone/email.
  • Manage client records, subscriptions, and communications using the company's management system.
  • Coordinate diaries and bookings, including meetings and events.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a bookkeeping role, with a relevant bookkeeping qualification (AAT or equivalent).
  • Proficiency with Sage accounting software and intermediate Excel skills.
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing time effectively.
  • Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
  • Experience in a hospitality or club environment is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £26,000 to £30,000, depending on experience.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Friendly and supportive working environment.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Discounted or free meals.

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Job Category

Administration

Salary£26000 - £30000 Per Year

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transact...View more

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