Total 2 Human Resources job vacancies in Maidstone, ME16 9QQ

An Excellent opportunity for an Office Administrator to join a well-established company based in Maidstone, Kent.

The Company:

They aim to provide the very best Global Specialist Security Installations. Already delivering across Europe, Canada and the USA, we are committed to developing a class winning solution for individuals and organisations whilst upholding traditional heraldic values.

About the Role:

They are looking for an enthusiastic part time Office Administrator for 14-15 hours per week with excellent IT and customer care skills to support their management team.
This is an office-based role.
The Officer Administrator will support the daily office procedures and will act as a point of contact for all clients and employees, providing administrative support and managing their queries.

You will be highly motivated, proactive and have a good sense of humour. You will have excellent communication skills, both verbal & written with high levels of attention to detail, a good use of initiative, and be able to work flexibly and prioritise workloads to meet specific deadlines.

Main duties include:

• Ensure all phone calls are dealt with in a timely and professional manor.
• Maintain and update company databases.
• Maintain and update client contracts
• Update any returned paperwork on the relevant logs.
• Chase any outstanding paperwork.
• Manage office supplies, stock, and place and follow up on orders.
• Maintain a filing system for important and confidential company documents.
• Answer client and engineer queries.
• Maintain a company calendar and schedule appointments.
• Receive and distribute correspondence (e.g. letters, emails, and packages).
• Prepare reports and presentations with statistical data, as assigned.
• Arrange travel and accommodation as required.
• Carry out other reasonable lawful duties as directed.
The ideal candidate also has working knowledge of office equipment and office management tools and is ultimately able to ensure administrative activities run smoothly on a daily and long-term basis.

Candidate Requirements:

• 2 years proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator, or similar role.
• Business Administration Qualification.
• 5 GCSEs or equivalent to include English and Maths at Grade C or above.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Solid knowledge of office procedures.
• Experience with office management software Installer Pro and MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically).
• Strong organisation skills with a problem-solving attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Able to use initiative and sound judgement.
People Traits:

• Base intellect to effectively be trained and develop within the organisation.
• Clean, tidy, and professional work ethic.
• Sense of urgency.
• Positive attitude and motivated to help the business.
• Raise and resolve problems.
• Act professionally and do the right thing.
• Make the extra effort to complete a task and not leave it half-finished for someone else to complete.
• Disciplined and organised.
• Strong eye for detail with a good commercial acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.

Benefits:

• Very Competitive hourly rate.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata).
• Private Healthcare.
• Company contributory pension.
• Pirkx membership

Working on a part time, permanent basis you will receive a highly competitive hourly rate of £12.10ph, rising to £12.60 on successful completion of probation.
Ideally working hours will be afternoons.

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now!

Your new company
Our client, a dynamic and growing organisation based in Kent, is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to the financial success of a business.Your new role

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with department heads to create budgets, monitor performance against targets, and provide insightful analysis.
• Variance Analysis: Investigate and explain any discrepancies between actual and budgeted figures.
• Cost Control: Monitor costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend improvements.
• Month-End Close: Ensure timely and accurate month-end processes.
• Client Interaction: Work closely with clients, providing financial advice and support.

What you'll need to succeed

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience in management accounting.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working model (2 days in the office, 3 days remote).
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What you need to do now
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please submit your up-to-date CV or contact Harry on 01622 235682.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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