Accounts Team Leader
The Company:
Kingston Barnes are working with a privately owned contractor that provide all forms of construction. They are regularly employed by a number of blue chip clients, covering retail, leisure, domestic, commercial and insurance repair sectors under a range of partnership and framework agreements. A new opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Team Leader to join them on a permanent basis.
The Opportunity:
Overseeing day-to-day accounts payable and receivable activities, with a focus on VAT compliance, including CIS and VAT reverse charge. Managing a small team of two finance assistants and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
* Supervise and support two junior finance staff, providing training, performance monitoring, and workload management.
* Ensure compliance with UK VAT regulations, including correct treatment of CIS and reverse charge VAT for domestic and international transactions.
* Daily / monthly bank reconciliation.
* Overseeing weekly and monthly payment runs
* Ensuring the prompt and accurate processing of purchase invoices.
* Assist in preparation of monthly payroll and ensure payment within the deadline.
* Ensuring scheduled payments are completed accurately and on time. Including monthly VAT instalments, PAYE and quarterly corporation tax.
* Assist with month-end close activities, including ledger reconciliations and reporting.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier and customer account records.
* Support external audits and provide documentation as required.
* Periodic review of accounts dept processes and improve where required.
Requirements:
* Experience of working in a similar role within the construction industry
* Proven experience managing accounts payable / receivable department or similar role.
* Strong understanding of VAT rules, including reverse charge mechanisms.
* Previous team leadership or supervisory experience is essential.
* Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, SAP, or similar).
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
* AAT qualified or working towards a relevant accounting qualification is preferred.
Desirable:
* Experience of using Sage 50
* Experience of using Eque2
The role requires being in the office full time, 5 days per week.
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