My client is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant with a strong background in the Construction industry to join their Finance team. Experience in CIS reporting is favourable.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the smooth operations of subcontractor management, purchase ledger activities as well as sales ledger and credit control.

Responsibilities:

Subcontractor Management

Set up new subcontractors ensuring details are complete and correct CIS verification
Ensure that PQQs and insurances are correct and approved by the SHEQ Director
Inputting subcontractor invoices and liaising with Project Team to ensure payment authorisations are received and any discrepancies are resolved
Liaise with subcontractors regarding payments and ensuring accurate subcontractor records at all times
Maintain subcontractor retention records
Prepare payment runs
Monthly CIS Return completion and submission

Purchase Ledger

Process supplier invoices matching to purchase orders
Ensure authorisations have been received from Project Team prior to payment and resolve any queries
Prepare payment runs and maintain accurate supplier records
Reconcile supplier statements
Ensure VAT invoices are received for pro-forma payments

Sales ledger

Set up new projects
Create and maintain client records
Raise sale invoices to clients
Credit control
Monitor sales retentions and relevant due dates
Perform credit checks on new clients

General Accounting Support

Assisting with month-end procedures

Posting credit card and petty cash journals

Filing and scanning

Any other administrative tasks relating to the role including answering incoming Reception calls when required.

Skills

Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant within the Construction industry

Proficient in accounting software (eVision is preferred)

Excellent attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task and be proactive

Strong organisational skills and time management

A relevant finance qualification is preferred

Package:

Salary: 32-35k per annum

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Death in service 4 x salary
Pension

Office based, 8am - 5pm (Full Time)

Accounts Assistant (Construction)