Location: Manchester

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive

Closing Date: 26th March 2025

Please send a CV and covering letter to: jobs@fredaldous.co.uk

Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Office Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting us to ensure the smooth operation of our office by providing accounting and general administrative support. This position requires strong organisational skills, proficiency in various software applications, and a commitment to maintaining a professional office environment.

Duties

• Provide accounting support by managing financial transactions using Xero accounting software, including processing invoices, payments and reconciliations.
• Create, update and analyse data using Microsoft Excel and Google sheets to support various business functions.
• Handle incoming and outgoing emails ensuring timely and professional responses to internal and external inquiries.
• Answer phone calls with an excellent phone manner and direct to the relevant person/department as necessary.
• Maintain and manage supplier accounts and relations. Address customer queries related to accounts and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist in monitoring and managing stock levels, placing orders and co-ordinating with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries. Input and update our stock inventory systems as required.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scheduling and supporting other departments as needed.
• Coordinate office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary.
• Provide support to team members as needed to ensure efficient workflow.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping practices and experience using Xero or a similar accounting software is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in computerised systems and software, including Microsoft Excel and Google Suite.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Previous retail experience would be helpful (but not essential).