Accounts Assistant

2 weeks ago

Guildford GU HP, United Kingdom Cobalt Institute Full time £28,000 - £32,000 per year

Join the Cobalt Institute – Administration & Accounts Support Role

Are you highly organized, detail-driven, and eager to make a real impact? The Cobalt Institute (CI) is the leading international trade association promoting the responsible and sustainable production and use of cobalt. .

We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Administration and Accounts Assistant/Officer to join our supportive and collaborative team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, wants to be challenged, and can work independently.

Why work with us?

At the CI, we live by our values – accountability, integrity, openness, respect, simplicity, and teamwork. When you join us, you'll find:

  • A welcoming, hardworking, and supportive team culture
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career development
  • A rewarding role that combines administration and finance responsibilities
  • A generous benefits package

What you'll be doing

You'll support our operations, finance, and membership team, helping to keep everything running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

  • General administration and ad hoc support to senior managers
  • Managing invoices, payments, and cash transactions
  • Processing supplier invoices and credit card statements
  • Supporting subscription billing and member queries
  • Bank reconciliations and preparing financial reports
  • Administrative support for meetings, events, and executive schedules
  • Assisting with external audits and keeping accurate financial records

Please note this role is around 70% accounts/finance Support and 30% general administration.

What we're looking for

We want someone who takes pride in doing things well and can juggle multiple tasks with ease. Ideally, you'll bring:

  • Experience in admin and/or finance support (bookkeeping knowledge is a huge advantage)
  • Strong IT skills, especially Excel (pivot tables and formulas)
  • Accuracy and efficiency in data entry
  • Brilliant organisational skills and a keen eye for detail
  • Clear and professional communication skills

Experience with QuickBooks or similar finance software would be an advantage, but training is available.

Who you are

  • Adaptable – you can switch easily between tasks and priorities
  • Detail-oriented – you spot errors and fix them quickly
  • Reliable – you stay organised and meet deadlines
  • Proactive – you take initiative and get things done

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Cobalt Institute storing your personal details in accordance with UK GDPR requirements and the candidate privacy notice.

At the CI, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Flexitime
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Life insurance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Sick pay
  • Work from home

Experience:

  • Finance Accounts Support: 2 years (preferred)
  • Administrative: 3 years (required)

Language:

  • English (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Guildford GU2 4HP

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