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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