Accounts Administration

Internal Sales & Accounts Administrator

Location: High Wycombe

Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time 37.5 hours (hybrid available)

The Opportunity

Reed is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing manufacturing business in High Wycombe. We are seeking a proactive and organised Internal Sales, Office Administrator & Accounts Assistant to join a busy office environment. This varied position combines customer service, sales administration, office support, and finance responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple business functions and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities - Sales & Administration

• Processing customer orders and maintaining accurate records
• Managing customer enquiries via telephone and email
• Preparing quotations and supporting sales activities
• Following up customer quotations and orders
• Updating CRM, MRP/ERP systems, and internal databases
• Producing reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal departments
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the office
• Managing filing, record keeping, and document management
• Assisting Directors with ad hoc administrative tasks and projects
• Coordinating with external contractors regarding building maintenance and repair requests
• Logging and maintaining employee holiday records
• Producing company memos and internal communications

Key Responsibilities - Accounts & Finance

• Processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Carrying out credit control and supplier statement reconciliations
• Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations using Xero, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with month-end procedures and finance reporting
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance function
• Processing invoices and purchase orders
• Providing general finance administration support as required

Skills & Experience Required - Essential

• Previous experience in an Internal Sales, Sales Support, Office Administration, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar role
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, including hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good understanding of accounting procedures and financial controls
• Ability to prioritise workload, manage multiple tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Ability to confidently reconcile multiple bank accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Experience processing purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Experience supporting both office administration and finance functions within a busy business environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £33,000 DOE
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a growing and successful business
• Varied role combining sales support, administration, and accounts responsibilities
• On-site parking