Job type
PermanentLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
Advertising, Media and PRPay
£27,000
Finance Administrator | £27,000 per annum | 2-Year Fixed-Term Contract | Hybrid Working | central Birmingham
Your new company
We are recruiting a Finance / Accounts Administrator to join a well‑established, medium‑sized architectural practice based in central Birmingham. The business operates across a diverse range of sectors and is supported by an external bookkeeper and accountants, with day‑to‑day finance activities managed in‑house.
This role is ideal for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who enjoys working in a structured, collaborative environment.
Your new role
Reporting into the finance function, you will support day‑to‑day financial operations, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payroll support, purchase orders and payment runs.
Key Responsibilities
Invoicing (Accounts Receivable & Payable)
- Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on time
- Process and code supplier invoices, ensuring appropriate approvals
- Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on payments
- Liaise with external bookkeepers and accountants as required
Payroll Administration
- Assist with payroll preparation and processing
- Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets
Purchase Orders
- Create and manage purchase orders in line with internal procedures
- Reconcile purchase orders against supplier invoices
- Payment Runs
- Prepare payment runs and verify payment details
- Ensure correct authorisation and maintain payment records
General Finance Support
- Reconcile bank statements
- Assist with month‑end processes and reporting
- Maintain organised financial records and documentation
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role
- Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Sage) and Microsoft Excel
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Good communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Willingness to learn new systems (training provided on project management software)
What you'll get in return
- Salary: £27,000 per annum
- 2‑year fixed‑term contract
- Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation
- 25 days annual leave (pro‑rata)
- Pension and annual bonus scheme
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Early Friday finish (2:30pm)
- Additional benefits including CPD opportunities, team events, mentoring, and cycle‑to‑work scheme
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
