At McDade Roberts are always on the lookout for hard working and conscientious people to join our team.
We provide opportunities at all levels to include business administration, bookkeeping, payroll and also for individuals looking to start a new career in accountancy all the way through to experienced qualified accountants looking for their next career step.
If you are interest in joining McDade Roberts then please do get in touch with your CV and a cover letter either via email: office@mcdaderoberts.co.uk or post: 316 Blackpool Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3AE
Admin Assistant
Location: Longridge
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Closing Date: Friday 4th July 2025
Are you an organised, proactive individual with a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy supporting a busy team and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes? If so, we would love to hear from you!
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join our team. This is a key role in helping ensure our operations run efficiently and effectively. You will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks and play a vital part in supporting both our team and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing general administrative duties including filing, data input, and document preparation
- Handling inbound communications (emails, phone calls) professionally and efficiently
- Supporting team members with scheduling, coordination, and follow-up tasks
- Maintaining accurate records and databases
- Assisting with the organisation of meetings and events
- Liaising with clients and suppliers as needed
What we are looking for
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Friendly, approachable, and professional manner
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Prior experience in an administrative or office-based role is preferred
Why join us?
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to develop and grow within the role
- Be part of a team that values your contribution
Interested?
Please send your CV and a brief cover note to Katie Grayston at McDade Roberts Accountants Ltd, BTC House, Chapel Hill, Longridge, PR3 3JY or email katiegrayston@mcdaderoberts.co.uk
We look forward to hearing from you!
Bookkeeping Role
- Bookkeeper/Cloud Technical Advisor to join an established accountancy practice based in Preston and the surrounding areas
- Client facing role including client visits
Job Description
You will join as a Bookkeeper working with commercial, smaller OMBs, sole traders and partnerships across varying industries and turnover.
- Bookkeeping, on cloud based products (Kashflow, FreeAgent, Xero) as well as SAGE and Excel
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns and assistance with implementation of cloud accounting technologies for a variety of clients
- Training clients with bookkeeping
- This role should also involve evaluating current systems, implementing better practice and providing recommendations to clients regarding their bookkeeping
- There will be some onsite client facing element to it as well, working with clients and assisting the accounts team.
- You will work within a team.
The Ideal Applicant
- You will be IAB qualified, or have a similar qualification in place, with at least 2 - 3 years or more accounting practice experience.
- You will have demonstrable experience of bookkeeping and preparing VAT returns.
- You will be looking to expand on your current skills, within a progressive accountancy practice.
- You will have a keen eye for detail, the ability to work to deadlines.
What's on Offer
Salary dependent on experience and background
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location:
Required experience:
- Bookkeeping: 2 years
- Good computer skills
- The ability to work to deadlines
- Drivers Licence and car