Part-Time Data Entry Assistant

Macclesfield
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Part-Time Data Entry Assistant
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2NZ
Salary: £14 – £15 per hour, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract & Hours: Full time, Permanent – 1 – 2 days per week (flexible, permanent role)
Benefits: Flexible working schedule with the ability to work 1–2 days per week, A company Sick Pay Scheme and pension, 25 days holiday per annum (pro-rata) and a supportive team environment and ongoing training where required!
Do you want to be part of an organisation on the cutting edge of technology
We’re looking for talented people to join our motivated and friendly team. We have an open, collaborative, and flexible environment.
You’ll work alongside leading industry experts and take on challenging projects that bring tomorrow’s electronics to life.
If you want to make a difference, are an effective communicator, love a good challenge, and easily embrace change, your next career adventure awaits!
RoBAT Ltd. is a subsidiary of Mycronic, a global technology leader with a market valuation of approximately £3 billion.
Based at our headquarters in Macclesfield, Cheshire, we have a talented, multi-disciplined, dynamic team designing and manufacturing high-value robotic machines for testing PCBs (printed circuit boards).
By joining RoBAT Ltd. you are part of any organisation that is a growing and innovative company where your contributions will truly make a difference.
You will have the ability to work in a hands-on role that offers a variety of challenges with a friendly and supportive team with a shared commitment to quality and excellence.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of industrial automation.
If you're passionate about automation, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to contribute to the success of a cutting-edge company, we would love to hear from you!
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Data Entry Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis.
This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and accuracy in data handling.
You will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting office operations, and ensuring critical documentation is recorded and filed correctly.
As a Data Entry Assistant, your primary duties will include:
Invoice & Credit Note Processing:

  • Entering supplier invoices, credit notes, and related financial data accurately into Sage 50 Accounts in a timely manner.
  • Ensuring entries are coded correctly and reconciled with supporting documentation.
    Document Management & Filing:
  • Organising, scanning, and filing invoices, credit notes, and other financial records both digitally and physically where required.
  • Maintaining structured and accessible filing systems.
    Records Maintenance:
  • Ensuring Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other compliance documents are up-to-date and appropriately stored.
  • Updating and maintaining employee or vendor records as needed.
    Data Integrity & Quality Assurance:
  • Reviewing data entries for accuracy and completeness.
  • Identifying and correcting errors or inconsistencies.
  • Performing routine quality checks to uphold data integrity.
    Administrative Support:
  • Supporting the finance and admin teams with ad-hoc tasks related to data input, reporting, and document distribution.
  • Assisting with preparation of basic reports or summaries as needed.
    In order to be successful in this role you should have:
  • Previous experience in a data entry or administrative role is preferred.
  • Proficient with Sage 50 Accounts or similar accounting software.
  • Excellent keyboard skills and high level of accuracy.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently.
    If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today!
    No agencies please

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