Accountant

Dragados UK & Ireland; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking an Accountant to perform all required accounting functions accurately and on time. Responsibilities include preparing billing invoices, processing accounts payable, and preparing trial balances. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting, has relevant experience in construction accounting, and is proficient in accounting software tools. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Relevant previous experience in accounting in the construction sector.
• Broad knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting systems.
• Ability to work well as part of a project team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare billing invoices for clients.
• Process accounts payable and subcontractors' payments.
• Prepare trial balances and job cost summary schedules.

Skills

Proficient written and verbal communication

Strong analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Knowledge of accounting functions

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Experience in construction accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related degree

Tools

Coins

SAP

Timberline

JD Edwards

Job description

Job Summary

This role will focus primarily in performing all required accounting functions of the Project in a timely and accurate manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing billing invoices for clients.
• Process and review all accounts payable and subcontractors' payments.
• Prepare trial balances, job cost summary schedules, and supporting schedules for month-end close.
• Perform Bank reconciliation regularly and submit reports monthly.
• Provide computer input and perform analytical review of reports generated.
• Prepare Cash Flow reports based on commercial team data to create accurate cash flows monthly.
• Participate in the development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with Procurement, Engineering, Commercial and Corporate Office Finance Departments.

Technical skills and Competencies

• Proficient written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of all accounting functions and procedures.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to contribute meaningfully to project teams.
• Relevant experience in accounting in construction sector.

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related degree required.
• Relevant previous experience in accounting in construction sector.
• Broad knowledge of IFRS and related internal control structures for financial accounting and reporting systems and processes.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well as an integral part of a project team.
• Knowledge and experience with software tools such as Coins, SAP, Timberline, JD Edwards, or similar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytic, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have complete knowledge of all accounting functions and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of Construction job cost and General Ledger Software Accounting Systems.
• Proficient in computer software systems for the preparation of reports, spreadsheets and other accounting analysis.

Dragados Values

• Excellence: Promoting innovation, development, training and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
• Integrity: Acting ethically and transparently. Demanding the best standards of integrity from its employees, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Trust: Nurturing positive relationships at all levels of the organisation, with our clients and supply chain by developing strong and long-term relationships based on mutual trust.
• Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable development to make an efficient and ethically responsible contribution to society and the environment.
• Profitability: Ensuring our profitability as well as contributing value to the communities in which we operate as part of our sustainability agenda.

Dragados is committed to act based on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles. Equal opportunities, non-discrimination and respect for human rights are basic principles contained in the Dragados Code of Conduct that apply to all Dragados employees.