Job Description

Join Our Team - Accounts Assistant (Part-Time)

Location:

Peterborough

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 5-6 hours per day (exact hours negotiable)

About Us

At

The Saddle Bank

, we're proud to be the UK's leading retailer of

new and pre-owned saddles

. With over

1,700 saddles in stock

, a 4.9-star Trustpilot rating, and a growing international presence, we combine professionalism with a friendly, community-focused ethos.

We're expanding our team and looking for a

proactive, detail-oriented Accounts Assistant

to support our busy finance operations.

The Role

As our new

Accounts Assistant

, you'll play a key part in keeping our finances running smoothly and efficiently.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Raising and issuing

invoices and credit notes

in

Xero

, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. Checking and

raising invoices for consignment saddle sales

promptly to maintain accurate records.

Allocating invoices

to our

Order Management System

. Managing our

Trade Portal

, ensuring all

Saddle Fitter accounts are up to date with trial orders and payments

.

Processing refunds and returns

in a timely and accurate manner.

Making payments for purchases

, ensuring supplier accounts are well managed.

Reconciling accounts

and resolving discrepancies promptly. Liaising with

suppliers

to ensure invoices are uploaded to Xero correctly.

Chasing outstanding payments

in a polite and professional manner.

Assisting management with administrative and finance-related enquiries

. Identifying opportunities to

streamline and improve processes

for greater efficiency. Working collaboratively with management to maintain accurate financial records.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

Proficient in Xero

(essential). Highly organised, with a strong attention to detail. A

problem-solver

who can work independently and think ahead.

Highly focused

, able to work efficiently without distraction.

Forward-thinking

, eager to improve systems and processes.

Professional yet friendly

, reflecting our customer-focused culture. Reliable, efficient, and able to manage multiple priorities with ease.
Previous experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role would be advantageous.

Benefits

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount On-site parking 28 days holiday per year (pro rata, including bank holidays) Team social events and staff nights out Opportunities for growth within the company

Join Our Growing Team

If you're looking for a part-time role in a friendly, fast-paced business where your ideas for improvement are valued -- we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

and help us continue to grow The Saddle Bank brand and reputation for excellence.

If this role seems right for you, please include a cover letter

outlining

why you'd like to work for us

and

what you can bring to the role

.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From 12.70 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Peterborough PE7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have an interest in the Equestrian industry, if so please detail below
Work Location: In person