CC London Construction

Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Management: Process and code supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization. Verify invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes. Resolve discrepancies and prepare payment runs for suppliers. Financial Record Maintenance: Accurately record all financial transactions using accounting software. Manage bank transactions ensuring financial books and ledgers are up to date. Reconciliation: Reconcile bank and other financial accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Monitor and resolve any discrepancies between records. Reporting & Compliance: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports, including profit and loss statements. Help with VAT/CIS returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Audit Support: Assist with year-end financial close processes and provide relevant information to auditors. Administrative Duties: Perform various administrative tasks such as filing, scanning documents, answering phones, and responding to emails to support the finance team. Construction-Specific Duties: Link invoices to specific job costs, ensuring financial data is properly allocated to the correct projects. Ensure compliance with construction industry regulations, including subcontractor payments and tax schemes. Essential Skills and Qualifications: Bookkeeping & Accounting Knowledge: A basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles is essential. Software Proficiency: Experience with accounting software QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. Attention to Detail: Strong ability to process financial transactions accurately and identify discrepancies. Construction Industry Knowledge: Understanding of construction-specific accounting, including job costing, VAT, and subcontractor payments is a plus. Organizational Skills: Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, managing time and priorities effectively. Communication Skills: Clear and professional communication with suppliers and team members. Desirable Skills: Experience in a similar accounts assistant role, preferably in the construction industry. Familiarity with construction-specific tax schemes, such as CIS (Construction Industry Scheme). Why Join Us? Career Development: Opportunities for growth and professional development within a respected construction company. Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative finance team where your input and contributions are valued. Competitive Salary & Benefits: Starting salary: £35,000 (negotiable based on experience). Gym membership, cycle to work scheme. If you have strong accounting skills, attention to detail, and an interest in the construction industry, we d love to hear from you!