Job Description

Closes: 16-01-2026
Department: Finance
Job ID: AA/FIN/01/26
Hours: 22
Location: Head Office, Ellesmere Port
Job Type: Temporary Part-time (Maternity Cover)

Part Time:

22 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Hours of work:

3 days per week inclusive of Friday's (8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30 - 3.30pm on Fridays)

Specific Location:

Head Office, Ellesmere Port

Benefits Include:

Competitive Salary, a minimum of 25 days Holiday Per Annum plus Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.

Please quote vacancy reference: Ref: AA/FIN/01/26

Are you a detail-focused and reliable finance professional looking for a part-time role within the UK's thriving homebuilding industry? Elan Homes - a leading, privately-owned housebuilder renowned for creating exceptional homes across the Midlands, North West, South West England, and North Wales - is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the Finance Team on a 3-day per week basis, including Fridays.


Reporting directly to the Purchase Ledger Manager, this hands-on role will provide essential support across purchase ledger activities and general accounts administration.

What We Offer:

Competitive Package:

A competitive part-time salary and comprehensive benefits package (pro rata).

Work-Life Balance:

A part-time position working 3 days per week, including Fridays.

Supportive Team Environment:

Join a collaborative finance team with guidance from experienced professionals.

Stability & Development:

Opportunity to contribute to a successful and growing housebuilding business.

Your Role:

Reporting to the

Purchase Ledger Manager

, you will be responsible for:


Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
Matching supplier invoices to delivery notes.

Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.

Answering telephone and email enquiries professionally.
Carrying out general office duties for the Accounts function, including filing, scanning, and photocopying. Supporting the wider Finance Team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

The successful candidate will have:


Previous experience in a similar accounts or purchase ledger role. Excellent numeracy skills and strong attention to detail. Good computer literacy and confidence using accounting systems and Microsoft applications. A flexible, team-player approach with the ability to meet deadlines. A methodical, honest, reliable, and trustworthy work ethic. The ability to work in a confident and professional manner.

Why Elan Homes?

At Elan Homes, our people are central to our success. As a part-time Accounts Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting the Purchase Ledger function while benefiting from a supportive team environment and a role that offers balance alongside professional responsibility.


The closing date for applications is

16 January 2026, but we may close the process earlier if we find the right person -- so don't wait. Apply now and start building your future with Elan Homes.


Elan Homes is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

To apply in writing please send your CV to Nadia Thih, HR Officer, Elan Homes, Oak House, Lloyd Drive, Cheshire Oaks Business Park, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 9HQ or by email to

recruitment@elan-homes.co.uk

, quoting the reference number above.