Financial Assistant

This role is key to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month-end process, and ensuring smooth interaction between site teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and the wider business.

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

• Previous experience in construction contracting or CIS administration is highly advantageous
• Good interpersonal skills – confident engaging with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong understanding of day-to-day finance operations
• Accurate and methodical with strong attention to detail
• 3+ years in an accounts role
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing a varied workload
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting packages preferred

This is a part-time role, anticipated to be three days per week, with some flexibility on working pattern. The role may suit someone looking for reduced hours while maintaining involvement in a dynamic construction environment.

• 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
• Salary: Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 FTE (pro rata based on hours agreed)