Job Detail

Located near Edenbridge in Kent, Hever Castle is one of England’s premier tourist destinations, celebrated for its fascinating history, breathtaking gardens, and contemporary facilities. Most famously known as the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII, the castle offers visitors a glimpse into Tudor life. Beyond its historical legacy, Hever Castle is also admired for its award-winning gardens, which include Italian-style landscapes, ornamental lakes, intricate mazes, and vibrant seasonal displays, ensuring there is beauty to enjoy throughout the year.

In addition to sightseeing, Hever Castle has become a sought-after venue for weddings, corporate functions, and private events, with its elegant rooms and scenic outdoor spaces providing the perfect backdrop. Visitors can also enjoy boutique retail outlets, charming cafés, and restaurants serving locally sourced produce. For leisure enthusiasts, the estate offers an impressive golf club, while those wishing to extend their visit can indulge in luxurious five-star bed and breakfast accommodation, making Hever Castle both a cultural landmark and a destination for relaxation.

Package & Benefits:
• Contracted position 32 hours over four days.
• £15.38 per hour (£25600, FTE £32,000 pa)
• Pension scheme
• Holidays 21 days + bank holidays
• Complimentary tickets for family and friends
• Subsidised staff food
• Discount from our retail outlets
• Free staff parking on site

Position Overview:
This role is a varied finance and administration position responsible for supporting payroll, purchase ledger management, and general office operations. It involves onboarding new employees, processing payments, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring accurate financial and administrative records are maintained. The position requires strong organisational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team while handling sensitive information confidentially. Experience with Sage 200 and Sage 50 Payroll would be an advantage but is not essential.

• Onboarding employees onto BrightHR, including right-to-work checks and issuing employment terms.
• Processing payroll accurately and on time.
• Checking, reconciling, coding, and posting purchase ledger invoices.
• Running computerised payments and managing supplier queries via phone or email.
• Filing, archiving, and assisting with weekly and monthly statistics entry.
• Supporting the Finance Assistant with data input and other administrative duties.
• Managing petty cash, recording tips, booking concessions, and raising invoices from consumption sheets.
• Ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance while working effectively under tight deadlines.

About You:
• Good basic education with proven numeracy and literacy skills
• Basic accounting and payroll knowledge, with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in accounts
• Computer literate with strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Sage 200 and Sage 50 Payroll preferred but not essential
• Within a 30-minute commute by car of Hever Castle

If you are a proactive professional and want to work within a successful and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.