Overview
Reference
AXB0021 Salary
£/annum Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Northamptonshire -- Northampton Job Type
Permanent Posted
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Accounts Administrator / Accounts Assistant
Sector: Construction (SME)
Employment Type: Full-time
Recruitment Agency: Interaction Recruitment – Recruiting on behalf of a UK-based construction client
About the Client
Our client is a small-to-medium construction business, delivering high-quality projects across the UK. They are looking to strengthen their finance team with a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator / Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a hands-on, supportive environment where your contributions really make an impact.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager or Managing Director, you will manage day-to-day accounts operations, including creditor and debtor control, cashflow management, and financial reporting. Experience with construction accounting, CIS, VAT, and project-based finance is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (Creditor Control)
1. Process supplier invoices and allocate costs accurately to projects
2. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
3. Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs
4. Manage subcontractor onboarding, CIS verification, and payments
Accounts Receivable (Debtor Control)
5. Raise customer invoices and applications for payment
6. Monitor and chase overdue accounts professionally
7. Maintain aged debtor reports and escalate issues as required
Financial Reporting & Profit & Loss
8. Assist with monthly management accounts including P&L statements
9. Track project costs, variations, and margins
10. Support cashflow forecasting and budget preparation
11. Provide financial insights to directors
General Accounting & Administration
12. Perform bank reconciliations and ledger updates
13. Assist with VAT returns and HMRC submissions
14. Maintain accurate digital and paper filing systems
15. Support year-end preparations for external accountants
16. Ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards
Debt Collection
17. Contact clients regarding overdue invoices
18. Negotiate payment arrangements where necessary
19. Maintain detailed communication logs and escalate unresolved issues
20. Collaborate with project managers to resolve disputes affecting payments
Skills & Experience
21. Previous accounts experience, ideally in construction or project-based environments
22. Strong understanding of CIS, VAT, and UK accounting practices
23. Proficient in accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)
24. Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
25. Confident communicator, able to follow up debts professionally
26. Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
27. Strong organisational skills with digital and paper filing systems
Personal Qualities
28. Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet with confidential data
29. Hands-on approach with a willingness to improve processes
30. Calm under pressure and meets deadlines consistently
31. Positive, approachable, and a team player
Qualifications (Preferred)
32. AAT Level 2–4, ACCA, or equivalent experience
33. Knowledge of CIS regulations
34. Experience in the construction industry
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