Accounts Assistant

• Annual Salary: £25,000 - £35,000
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Please specify the location

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for an "all-rounder" with strong experience in managing purchase and subcontractor ledgers as well as payroll. The position offers a variety of responsibilities and requires someone who can handle multiple aspects of accounting efficiently.

• Purchase and Subcontractor Ledgers:

  • Manage all aspects of these ledgers.
  • Receive, code, and process all supplier and subcontractor invoices in line with company processes.
  • Handle supplier queries to ensure invoices are processed for payment correctly and promptly.
  • Conduct payment runs and upload them for payment.
  • Reconcile supplier accounts and maintain accurate supplier details.
  • Communicate with suppliers through phone calls, emails, and letters.
  • Verify subcontractor payment statuses under the CIS scheme.
  • Process expense requests and monthly reporting.

• Payroll Responsibilities:

  • Process the monthly payroll end-to-end for approximately 35 people.
  • Provide cover for the weekly payroll end-to-end for approximately 400 people.
  • Address payroll-related queries.

• Other Responsibilities:

  • Undertake other ad-hoc duties as required to meet the department's needs.

• Strong experience in processing and managing all aspects of payroll.
• Proven ability in handling purchase and subcontractors ledger.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed.
• Excellent attention to detail and solid Excel skills (e.g., V-lookups and Pivot tables).
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Excellent timekeeping and organisational skills.
• Experience in the construction industry is desirable but not essential.

• Company pension
• Free parking and on-site parking
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance

To apply for the Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience. Please note that the email address for applications has been removed for privacy; ensure to apply through the appropriate channels provided by your job platform or company website.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is looking to further their career in accounting within the construction sector.