Accounts Assistant

We’re looking for a detail-focused Accounts Assistant to join the finance team of a growing specialist construction company. This is a great opportunity for someone with Purchase Ledger experience who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to become part of a friendly and supportive team. Based at the company’s offices near Grays, Essex, you’ll play an important role in keeping the accounts function running smoothly. You’ll manage a high volume of supplier invoices, process contractor timesheets, reconcile accounts and work directly with suppliers to resolve queries.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger invoices, including matching, batching and coding
• Processing contractor timesheets accurately and efficiently
• Raising and resolving supplier queries promptly and professionally
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies
• Processing sales ledger and subcontractor transactions
• Completing bank and debtor/creditor account reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records within the accounting system
• Supporting the wider accounts team with general finance and administrative duties

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within construction or engineering
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices with excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with supplier queries
• Experience using COINS or similar accounting software is highly desirable
• Experience completing bank and debtor/creditor reconciliations
• An understanding of VAT and CIS would be beneficial
• The ability to stay organised, work under pressure and meet deadlines

This is an opportunity to join a very successful company with a friendly and close knit culture. The salary is between £28,000-£32,000 depending on experience, 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays and generous benefits.