At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts, prepare financial documents, and ensure accuracy in data entry.
- Company: Join a successful engineering and construction firm with a flexible work culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and potential for full-time or freelance work.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in finance.
- Qualifications: Experience with cloud accounting software and strong numeracy skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22 - 30 £ per hour.
LOCATION: Commutable from Beverley, Hull, Bridlington, Willerby, Cottingham, Hessle, Brough, Market Weighton
SALARY / HOURLY RATE: £28-£32k (pro rata if part time)
THE ROLE: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts / Finance Assistant to join our successful and established client who work in the Engineering / Construction sector. Ideally 22 - 30 hours per week. The client can offer a degree of flexibility; however, the successful Accounts / Finance Assistant candidate will be required to work on a Wednesday due to the requirements of the weekly payroll, also some hours on a Thursday to be available to answer questions/queries. The client may take someone on a full-time basis if the candidate requires full-time work.
The Accounts / Finance Assistant role is available as either a permanent position directly employed by the client or possibly as a freelance role for someone who prefers to work on a self-employed basis but is willing to commit to a long-term arrangement.
DUTIES:
- Updating and reconciling purchase ledger accounts (reconciling PO’s, GRN and post/allocate to relevant projects)
- Preparing Supplier Payment Runs
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly/annual budgets for the company
- Preparing financial documents such as purchase orders, bank statements, sales invoices
- Verifying company expenses, bank deposits and bank payments
- Reporting discrepancies, mistakes or potential fraud to senior management
- Complying with financial laws and regulations alongside in-house policies
- Researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely fashion
- Verifying timesheets and processing wages for PAYE, CIS, Sole traders and Limited companies
- Supporting with closure and preparation of monthly management accounts
- Update and issue weekly reports for Vehicles, Plant & Equipment etc
- Understanding of PAYE and Pension process for payroll
- Liaising with HMRC regarding any discrepancies on PAYE or VAT accounts
YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Numeracy and Accuracy: Ability to handle heavy data entry, calculate figures, and perform bank or ledger reconciliations without error.
- Software Proficiency: Experience using modern cloud accounting systems (such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks).
- Spreadsheet Competency: Strong command of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, utilising formulas, data sorting, and pivot tables.
- Bookkeeping Knowledge: Understanding core accounting principles like double-entry bookkeeping, purchase and sales ledger maintenance, and VAT basics.
- Attention to Detail: A sharp eye for spotting discrepancies in invoices, supplier statements, or financial records.
- Time Management: Ability to juggle competing tasks and hit strict financial reporting deadlines, especially during month-end or year-end.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written skills to professionally liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal departments regarding billing queries.
- Discretion: Trustworthiness when handling confidential corporate and financial data.
To find out more about the Accounts Assistant role please contact Steve Ball on the number provided.
Accounts Assistant employer: Steve Ball
As a Bid Manager with our esteemed client, you will join a well-respected main contractor in the civils sector, located conveniently for those commuting from Birmingham and surrounding areas. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that values employee growth, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible working arrangement of four days in the office and one day working from home. With a focus on high-value projects, this role provides a unique opportunity to lead complex tenders while contributing to the company's success and your professional development.
