Finance Administrator

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

• Assist with payroll preparation and processing
• Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets

• 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

• Reconcile bank statements
• Assist with month-end processes and reporting
• Maintain organised financial records and documentation

• 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)

• 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