Finance and Administration Assistant

About Martin LishmanMartin Lishman Ltd is a market-leading innovator in the agri-tech manufacturing sector. For 50 years we've designed and built products for agriculture, horticulture and sports amenity, and today our products are trusted by customers across the UK and in markets worldwide. We're a friendly, family-oriented team where work/life balance matters and everyone pitches in.The RoleAn exciting opportunity to join our team as a Finance + Administrative Assistant. You'll play a key role in managing our day-to-day financial processes and providing essential administrative support across the business. It's a busy, varied role that involves close collaboration with the Directors and multiple departments.Key responsibilities include:Finance & AccountsManaging all aspects of accounts using Sage 50Handling invoicing, credit notes, customer statements and proactive credit controlBanking, reconciliations (multiple accounts) and overseas payments/foreign transfersScheduling supplier payments and processing weekly salaries (liaising with our accountants)Assist with running monthly reports and keeping daily forecast spreadsheets up to dateManaging Stripe payments and staff expensesAdministration & HR SupportAssisting with HR issues and Health & Safety (updating risk assessments, organising monthly H&S meetings)Handling post, stationery and office supply orders, and general office purchasingBooking contractors, services, and travel arrangements when requiredSupporting with company events and arrangements (e.g. Christmas party)Office & Customer SupportAnswering phones and handling customer enquiries confidently and professionallySending invoices and chasing customers for overdue paymentsEnsuring the office runs smoothly day-to-day from organising the kitchen and cleaner briefings to maintaining a professional, welcoming environment for staff and visitorsWhat You'll BringProven administrative experience; accounts knowledge essential, Sage experience highly desirableStrong IT skills (Excel/Word essential)Excellent communication, attention to detail and discretion/confidentialityA positive, proactive approach able to work independently and as part of a close-knit teamArticulate and confident when speaking with customers by phone and emailIdeally, experience of the challenges of working in a seasonal business(Nice to have) Interest in manufacturing and technical products full training providedWhy Join UsFamily-oriented culture with genuine work/life balanceCollaborative, down-to-earth teamA role with variety, responsibility and the chance to be involved across the businessThe PackageSalary: 26,000 (depending on experience and skills)Hours: 8:3017:00 MonThu, 8:3016:30 Fri (flexible start/finish for the right candidate)Benefits: generous holiday allowance, company pensionLocation: Office-based at Bourne, LincolnshireSuitable for returners to work as well as those looking to build on existing admin/accounts experienceHow to ApplyIf this sounds like you, please send your CV and a covering letter to Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: 26,000.00 per yearBenefits:Company pensionCycle to work schemeFree parkingOn-site parkingAbility to commute/relocate:Bourne PE10 9LQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience:Finance: 3 years (preferred)Administrative: 3 years (required)Language:English (required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-09-19