Accounts Assistant - Construction

Accounts Assistant - Construction

A fast-growing construction business is looking to hire an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of a newly built in-house finance function. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their finance career who wants exposure, development and the chance to grow in a fast-moving, commercial environment.

You'll work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team, supporting core processing, reconciliations, supplier management and month-end tasks. This role suits someone organised, accurate and proactive, who enjoys being part of a business that's scaling quickly.

Responsibilities:

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• Process invoices - Accurate processing and coding of purchase invoices
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• Supplier queries - Handling supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships
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• Bank reconciliations - Completing bank recs and supporting cash visibility
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• Payment runs - Assisting with weekly payment runs
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• Data entry - Maintaining accurate financial records and system data
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• Month-end support - Helping with journals, accruals and month-end close
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• Admin support - General finance administration and filing
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• Process improvement - Supporting improvements to systems and processes
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What We're Looking For:

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• Early-career finance professional or Accounts Assistant
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• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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• Good Excel skills
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• Organised, proactive and eager to learn
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• Ability to work at pace in a growing business
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• Construction or project-based experience beneficial but not essential
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What's In It For You:

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• Up to £27,000 per annum
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• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
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• Free Parking
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• Pension
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• Health Plan
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• Death in Service cover
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• Full study support towards remaining ACCA qualification (after successful probation)
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• Opportunity to grow quickly in a fast-moving construction business building its finance function from the ground up
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• Daily exposure to senior finance leadership and real development opportunities
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