Job Description

The Royal Yachting Association, based in Hamble, near Southampton, is the National Governing Body for all forms of recreational, competitive and professional boating. It represents dinghy and yacht racing, motor and sail cruising, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing, inland cruising and personal watercraft.

Accounts Administrator - Purchase Ledger

Hours: 25 hours per week

Salary: 23,000 per annum pro rata

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Location: Hamble (hybrid working)

The Royal Yachting Association is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to support the finance team with day-to-day operations and administration.

Your responsibilities as an Accounts Senior Administrator will include, but are not limited to:

Approving and maintaining staff expense claims, ensuring compliance with RYA policy and accurate VAT reconciliation.

Providing support and training to employees on the expense system (e.g. password resets, onboarding guidance).

Processing and reconciling company credit card transactions each month.

Supporting the Senior Purchase Ledger Administrator by processing supplier invoices and ensuring timely approvals when they are not working.

Assisting with monthly and year-end financial tasks

Supporting month-end processes and internal reporting requirements.

Assisting with audit preparation and ongoing financial recordkeeping.

Supporting continuous improvements in financial systems and processes.

Liaising with other departments and occasional contact with external suppliers.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

GCSEs in Maths and English.

Proven experience in finance or accounts administration is desirable.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Strong numeracy and analytical skills.

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and external parties.

Helpful, proactive attitude and strong team orientation.

Integrity, honesty, and commitment to completing tasks accurately and efficiently.

The RYA offers a range of benefits which include:

36 days holiday including public holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)

Birthday Day Off

10% RYA contribution to a personal pension scheme

Free life insurance

Discounts platform for retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership

Two paid volunteering days per annum

Free charging point for electric vehicles whilst on your working days at the office

Social events

RYA membership

To Apply

Please review the full job description here https://www.rya.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies before submitting a completed application form and an equality monitoring form.

Closing date for applications: 17:00, 16th June 2025

The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity

As an equal opportunity and disability confident employer, we celebrate and welcome diversity in all its forms and believe that a diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity, and creativity. As an Inclusive employer we are also committed to prioritising inclusion and creating a truly inclusive workplace.

We are dedicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidates who are currently underrepresented at the RYA.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 23,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO31 4YA