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An expanding Construction company based in North Kent is looking to hire an Assistant Accountant to join them permanently. This role involves working 5 days per week in the office and offers a career path to become a Finance Manager for the right person. You will report to the Head of Finance and work in a small finance team.
Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant Role:-
- Lead on the Credit Control duties for the business including, chasing outstanding debts by telephone and email, reducing DSO days, producing credit reports, and building long-term relationships with the company's clients
- Oversee the sales and purchase ledger, including month-end reconciliations
- Liaising with suppliers to discuss payment terms
- Process payroll
- Chasing overdue invoices and weekly aged debtor analysis
- Project budgeting
- Profit and loss, accruals, and prepayments
- Detailed cashflow analysis ensuring that the Head of Finance is aware of any potential debts
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare and review budgets keeping tight control of cost
Requirements of the Assistant Accountant Role:-
- Experience working in the construction sector
- SME background
- Hands-on, posting journals and reconciling accounts
- Excellent communication skills
- First-rate MS Excel skills
Benefits of the Assistant Accountant Role:-
- 35-hour working week
- Career progression opportunities
- First-class Finance Director to learn from
- Free Parking
Please note that candidates must have proven experience working in the construction sector.
