Part-Time Accounts & Payroll Administrator (m/f/d)

Role Purpose

To support the financial administration of a growing aviation company by managing day-to-day accounting activities, payroll and benefits administration, accounts receivable and payable, and monthly financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

• Process and post supplier invoices.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers.
• Post bank transactions and reconcile accounts.
• Review and process company credit card expenses.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
• Manage petty cash records where required.
• Maintain supplier and customer account information.

Payroll & Benefits

• Administer payroll and salary-related processes.
• Maintain employee benefits records and coordinate benefit administration.
• Support pension and other employee deduction processes.
• Ensure confidentiality of all employee and payroll information.

Reporting & Administration

• Assist with monthly financial reporting and account reconciliations.
• Prepare reports and financial information for management.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities as required.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Assist with audit and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or qualified by experience, bookkeeping certification, or equivalent accounting qualification preferred  
• Payroll administration qualifications or experience would be beneficial.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or finance administration role.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger processes.
• Experience with payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to analyse and manipulate financial data.
• Experience using accounting and payroll software.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and maintain accounting records.

Personal Skills & Competencies

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and employee information.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a small team environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on a broad range of administrative and finance-related responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible part-time working arrangement.
• Opportunity to join a growing and dynamic aviation company.
• Varied role covering accounting, payroll, and financial administration

Location: Cheltenham/Gloucester Area (UK)
Working Time: 2-3 days per week (flexible)