Purchasing & Finance Assistant

  • entrust IT
  • Ringwood, Hampshire
  • Mar 10, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Purchasing & Finance Assistant (Part Time) Ringwood, Hampshire £27,500 £30,000 Pro Rata (DOE) 15 20 Hours Per Week (Friday Essential)

entrust IT is looking for an organised and detail-focused Purchasing & Finance Assistant to join our team in Ringwood on a part-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, finance administration, accounts support, or office administration who enjoys a varied role and being part of a collaborative team.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will support the purchasing and finance functions while also assisting with general office administration.

If you are methodical, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple administrative tasks in a busy office environment, this role offers a great opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and growing business.

Key Responsibilities of the Purchasing & Finance Assistant:

Purchasing Support

  • Assisting with ordering office supplies and equipment
  • Chasing suppliers and supporting purchasing activities
  • Liaising with suppliers regarding orders and deliveries

Finance Administration

  • Processing and managing supplier invoices and supplier accounts
  • Supporting financial administration and maintaining accurate records
  • Managing and organising paper and digital financial documentation

Office & General Administration

  • Handling telephone enquiries and providing general administrative support
  • Carrying out limited reception duties
  • Managing office supply orders and shopping lists
  • Supporting tasks including staff uniforms, signage, advertising, and background checks
  • Liaising with landlords regarding building maintenance matters
  • Supporting ISO documentation and general company administration
  • You will work closely with the Financial Controller and Purchasing Administrator to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in a Purchasing Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Administrative role
  • Experience working in a commercial office environment
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience with accounting software Xero preferred
  • Excellent communication and telephone skills
  • A proactive, can-do attitude and ability to work independently once trained
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade C / Level 4 or equivalent)

Desirable

  • Additional GCSEs or relevant qualifications
  • Accounting or bookkeeping qualifications
  • Experience using Xero accounting software

What entrust IT Offers

  • Part-time flexibility ( hours per week)
  • Competitive salary £27,500 £30,000 pro rata
  • Opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team
  • A varied role combining finance, purchasing and office administration
  • Stable role within an established and growing business

Apply Now

If you're an organised Purchasing, Finance or Accounts Administrator looking for a flexible part-time role in Ringwood, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to apply.