Accounts & Admin Assistant - Construction Sector

Pertemps Tm; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Tm in Torquay is seeking an organised Administrator / Accounts Assistant to join a growing team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role covers accounts, administration, HR and general office operations within a well-established business.

You will support day-to-day finance tasks, manage client and supplier communications, and assist with GDPR compliance. A proactive team player with strong Microsoft Office skills will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within Administation/Accounts
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working with numbers and financial information
• Confident communicating with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Confident using Microsoft Office and can pick up inhouse systems

Responsibilities

• Administration support to the office to include ordering office supplies & keeping staff holiday records up to date
• Handling customer enquiries, telephone calls, and email correspondence
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Carry out credit control and monitor outstanding payments
• Prepare VAT and CIS returns
• Support HR administration and GDPR compliance
• Purchase materials and coordinate supplier orders
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Manage site and management diaries
• Provide ongoing administration support to the office
• Assist with general day-to-day accounts duties
• Maintain accurate records and ensure information is kept up to date

Skills

Administration

Accounts

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Pertemps Tm in Torquay is seeking an organised Administrator / Accounts Assistant to join a growing team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role covers accounts, administration, HR and general office operations within a well-established business.

You will support day-to-day finance tasks, manage client and supplier communications, and assist with GDPR compliance. A proactive team player with strong Microsoft Office skills will thrive here.