My client is a leading, regional, construction and civil engineering contractor. They are looking to take on an Office/ Accounts assistant on a permanent basis. This is due to planned growth and company success, they are looking to expand different sections of the business. They are looking for someone who has experience within a similar role within a construction/ civil engineering company as they are eager to have someone who can 'hit the ground running' in regards to knowledge of relevant systems etc.
Main Duties
Accurate and timely processing of supplier/purchase invoices
Conduct regular office account reconciliations and resolve outstanding items with our Company Accounts Manager
Resolution of invoice and payment queries
Maintain the integrity of the office ledger, adjusting where necessary to ensure full compliance with firm policy and regulatory requirements.
Administration of staff expenses
Support our Accounts Manager & Commercial Surveying department with month-end Project costs/ quarter-end & Year-end reporting
Answer incoming enquiries to the business and queries from colleagues - Take incoming telephone calls and assist generally with day-to-day Office tasks
Aged debt review and management
Ensure Office ledger is accurately maintained assisted by our Accounts Manager
Support with timely month-end/ quarter-end and year-end processes where required by our Accounts Manager
Ensure all work adheres to requirements mandated by internal policy and our regulatory bodies
Cover tasks for Accounts colleagues as volume or absence requires
Sage payroll weekly & monthly
Skills Required
Experience in a finance role.
Working and current knowledge of SAGE Accounts system
Substantial experience in an accounts-based role within a Civils / Construction firm
Ability to work to deadlines
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions
Good Excel / SAGE Accounting & Payroll skills
Ability to interact with clients and colleagues in an approachable, efficient way
Willing to learn and can work as part of a team
Benefits
Salary dependent on experience, starting salary from £30,000 per annum
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
Pension - Peoples Pension i.e Employee / Employer contributions
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