At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial operations, including bookkeeping and project costing in construction.
- Company: Established organisation in the construction and development sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, free parking, and health care.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career progression in an expanding department.
- Why this job: Join a growing finance team and make an impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years of accounts experience, proficiency in accounting software, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 27900 - 34100 £ per year.
Location: on Site Norwich
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: DOE
About Us: Our client is an established organisation within the construction and development sector, providing comprehensive project solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. They partner with public and private sector organisations to deliver projects that align with current industry standards, regulatory requirements and market demands.
The Role: As a Construction Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day financial operations. You will handle standard bookkeeping alongside sector-specific duties, with a strong focus on project costing and managing subcontractor payments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable: Process and match supplier and subcontractor invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Project Costing: Allocate material, plant hire, and labour costs to the correct project codes to ensure precise job costing.
- Payment Runs: Prepare weekly or monthly payment runs for subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring retentions are tracked and applied correctly.
- Reconciliations: Perform regular bank and supplier statement reconciliations, resolving any discrepancies quickly.
What We Are Looking For:
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an accounts assistant or bookkeeping role within the construction sector (preferred).
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero / Sage 50 / Sage 200 and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Studying towards or holding an AAT qualification (desirable).
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Free parking, health care.
- Opportunities for career progression within an expanding finance department.
Accounts Assistant in Norwich employer: Highbury Recruitment
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