Cost Clerk - Construction
Location: Runcorn
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Company
Our client is an established construction business looking to appoint an organised and detail-oriented Cost Clerk to support its finance and commercial departments.
Working closely with the commercial, finance, procurement and project teams, the successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining accurate cost records, monitoring project expenditure and ensuring supplier and subcontractor invoices are processed efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in finance administration, accounts payable, cost control or construction administration who is looking to develop their career within the construction sector.
The Role
The Cost Clerk will support the day-to-day financial and commercial operations of the business, helping ensure project costs are accurately recorded, monitored and reported.
You will be responsible for maintaining project cost information, checking and processing invoices, monitoring expenditure against budgets and assisting with regular cost reporting. You will also liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure financial records remain accurate and up to date.
The ideal candidate will have strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload within a busy construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Control & Monitoring
Maintain accurate cost records for construction projects and company operations.
Monitor project expenditure against budgets and approved cost allocations.
Assist with preparing cost reports and identifying discrepancies or variances.
Track material, labour, plant, equipment and subcontractor costs.
Maintain project cost schedules and ensure information is regularly updated.
Provide accurate cost information to support commercial and financial decision-making.
Invoices & Financial Administration
Receive, check and process supplier and subcontractor invoices.
Verify invoices against purchase orders, delivery notes and appr...
Cost Clerk in Runcorn employer: Building Careers Uk
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