Finance Assistant

Principal Accountabilities:

• Daily Cashbook Maintenance – Posting and reconciling multiple bank accounts.
• Purchase Ledger – Processing supplier and subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate ledgers, and preparing weekly/monthly BACS payment runs.
• CIS Administration – Verifying subcontractors and processing monthly CIS returns in line with HMRC requirements.
• Sales Ledger – Raising customer invoices, applications for payment, and following up on outstanding debt (credit control).
• Payroll – Preparing and executing monthly payroll runs.
• Month-end support – Preparing journals, assisting with management accounts, and producing reports from the accounting system.
• VAT and PAYE – Preparing and submitting returns in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ad hoc financial admin – Including liaising with site teams, suppliers, and consultants to resolve queries and support wider business operations.

Essential Attributes:

• Strong understanding of day-to-day finance operations.
• Accurate and methodical with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing a varied workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Good interpersonal skills – confident engaging with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Professional, confidential, and team-focused approach.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and improve systems and processes.

Desirable Experience:

• 3+ years in an accounts role.
• Previous experience in construction contracting or CIS administration is highly advantageous.
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting packages preferred.

Package:

• Salary: Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 FTE (pro rata based on hours agreed).
• Working Pattern: Part-time – 2 days per week (days to be agreed, hours can be spread across multiple days).
• Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays FTE (pro rata based on hours agreed).
• Benefits: Pension scheme, training opportunities, and flexible working options.
• Start Date: Immediate / ASAP.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

This is a confirmed vacancy with an immediate start.