
Office Administrator/Bookkeeper
Vastern Timber
Calne
•3 days ago
•No application
About
Administrator / Bookkeeper. Studley, Calne, Wiltshire.
Full-Time | Permanent | On-site
Experienced Role | Supportive, Family-Run Business
Keep Things Running Smoothly – Join Our Friendly, Timber-Loving Team
We’re looking for a reliable and detail-focused Administrator / Bookkeeper to join our small, dedicated office team. This is a great opportunity to work in a varied role where your skills will be valued and your contributions will truly matter. You’ll be a key part of a friendly, family-run business that supports local woodlands and sustainable British timber.
£14 / hour
Hours – 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing sales and purchase ledgers (invoices, payments, reconciliations)
- Processing weekly and monthly wages
- Entering data into our accounts and business systems accurately and efficiently
- Supporting general administration and secretarial duties
- Liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal departments
About Us
Vastern Timber at Studley is one of the UK’s leading hardwood sawmills, based between Calne and Chippenham. We specialise in cutting and manufacturing British-grown timbers, supplying both trade and retail customers.
We are:
- Passionate about promoting local woodlands and sustainable forestry
- Committed to quality, care, and craftsmanship
- A close-knit and supportive team that looks after each other
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in bookkeeping and administration
- Good understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes
- Experience processing payroll/wages
- Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
- Organised, dependable, and confident with general office tasks
- Good communication skills and a friendly, professional approach
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience using accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar)
- Strong IT skills including MS Office (especially Excel)
- A bookkeeping or finance qualification is a bonus, but not essential
- GCSEs including Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
Why Join Vastern Timber?
✅ Varied, interesting role with real responsibility
✅ Supportive and friendly working environment
✅ Stable, family-run business with a positive team culture
✅ Be part of a company that cares about its people and the planet
Apply now to take the next step in your admin career with a company that values trust, teamwork, and tradition.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 31 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Vastern. Studley. Administrator.
Expected start date: 02/06/2025