Provide administrative and office support in an accountancy practice. Responsibilities include document production, diary and appointment management, correspondence and records administration, client reception and telephone support, invoice preparation, database updates, mailings, and general office assistance. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, Microsoft Office skills, adaptability, and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Business Management Administrator
Cirencester
Martin and Company are a prominent accountancy and tax advisory practice with offices based in Winchester, Thame, and Liss. They have exemplary expertise in the farming and agricultural sector, landed estates and private client spaces. Martin and Company joined the Shaw Gibbs Group in April 2024, a growing top 35 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals.
Members of the Shaw Gibbs Group are committed to investment in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.
Our culture is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.
We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organization's growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Business Management Administrator to join our Cirencester Business Management team. This is a permanent full-time role working 5 days per week in the office.
The Role
Your key responsibilities will include:
About You
Job benefits
Diversity, equality and inclusion
Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience. We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via the application form or via an email to [email protected].
We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs’ goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.
Right to work
Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer sponsorship for visas/work permits, so you will need to have full right to work in the UK. Your application will be automatically rejected if you do not have full right to work.
Cirencester
Martin and Company are a prominent accountancy and tax advisory practice with offices based in Winchester, Thame, and Liss. They have exemplary expertise in the farming and agricultural sector, landed estates and private client spaces. Martin and Company joined the Shaw Gibbs Group in April 2024, a growing top 35 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals.
Members of the Shaw Gibbs Group are committed to investment in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.
Our culture is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.
We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organization's growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Business Management Administrator to join our Cirencester Business Management team. This is a permanent full-time role working 5 days per week in the office.
The Role
Your key responsibilities will include:
- You will help keep the office running smoothly and ensure partners, colleagues and clients receive responsive and professional support. Your responsibilities will include:
- Document production: Prepare and format letters, minutes, file notes and other documents using copy and audio typing.
- Partner and team support: Manage diaries, arrange appointments, keep actions organised and provide day-to-day administrative support.
- Correspondence and records: Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintain accurate electronic files, scan documents and oversee working paper archives.
- Client contact: Welcome visitors, answer incoming calls, take accurate messages and direct enquiries appropriately.
- Billing and data: Prepare invoices, update databases and support automated correspondence and mailings.
- Wider office support: Work flexibly with colleagues and assist with other administrative tasks when deadlines or business priorities require it.
About You
- GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5 or above (or equivalent)
- Proven communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong IT skills, specifically MS Suite and able to pick up new IT packages very quickly
- Exceptional attention to detail
- A positive, confident and proactive attitude
- Enjoy working as part of a team and self-motivated
- Relevant work experience and/or experience of working within a fast paced office environment.
Job benefits
- Flexible working (flexing your hours around the core working hours of 10am to 4pm)
- Joining a fast-growing company with exciting growth plans ahead
- Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industries
- Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills
- A varied role within a talented and experienced team
- ERIC internal recognition awards – monthly recognition awards that celebrate those who champion the Shaw Gibbs values
- Regular employee events including a company-wide summer party
- A competitive benefits package, including:
- A 25-day core holiday allowance plus other holiday-related benefits, such as: Holiday trading (the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year), flexible bank holidays (the ability to flex your bank holidays to a day that suits you best) and additional holiday with service
- A dedicated “Wellbeing Day” – an additional day off per year to focus on your wellbeing
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) which includes access to 24/7 online GP consultations, 2nd medical opinions and mental health first aiders present in every office
- Access to MYNDUP – a wellbeing support platform which offers confidential 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, psychologists, and coaches
- Shaw Gibbs Rewards – access to discounts on a wide range of retailers
- Health Cash Plan – money back on routine health appointments
- Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Client and employee referral bonuses
- Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Death in Service Life Assurance
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long service awards
Diversity, equality and inclusion
Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience. We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via the application form or via an email to [email protected].
We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs’ goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.
Right to work
Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer sponsorship for visas/work permits, so you will need to have full right to work in the UK. Your application will be automatically rejected if you do not have full right to work.
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