Accounts Assistant

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Borough Green; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 35.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 days leave

Company pension

Discretionary bonus

Christmas shutdown

Healthcare scheme

Accountancy training support

Staff events

Descripción de la vacante

KHR - Recruitment Specialists is recruiting an Accounts Assistant for a growing construction sector business in West Kingsdown. You will handle purchase ledgers, CIS payments, payroll support and month-end tasks in a small finance team.

The role requires strong Excel, accuracy, and a proactive approach. Training and development are offered within a supportive environment.

Formación

• Experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Experience processing CIS payments.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with online systems.
• Good numerical ability with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well-organised, proactive and able to manage priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Process purchase ledger invoices and match them to POs; liaise with suppliers for supporting docs.
• Process weekly subcontractor payments and manage CIS payments.
• Support weekly payroll processing for site operatives.
• Complete month-end reconciliations and assist with general accounting duties.
• Coordinate with foremen to confirm operative bookings and ensure payments are processed accurately.
• Maintain a shared finance mailbox and keep internal databases updated.

Conocimientos

Excel

Attention to detail

Numerical ability

Professional communication

Organised

Educación

AAT Level 2/3 or accounting degree

Herramientas

Online systems

Descripción del empleo

Accounts Assistant

West Kingsdown

£32,000-£35,000 per annum

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

January 2027 start

We're recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join an established and growing business within the construction sector.

Working as part of a small finance team, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the accounts function, supporting accurate and timely financial processing.

This is a varied, hands-on position suited to someone who is organised, proactive and happy to get stuck in wherever needed to help the team meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices, matching them to purchase orders and liaising with suppliers for supporting documentation
• Process weekly subcontractor payments and manage CIS payments
• Support weekly payroll processing for site operatives
• Complete month-end reconciliations and assist with general accounting duties
• Liaise with site foremen to confirm operative bookings and ensure payments are processed accurately
• Manage a shared finance mailbox, responding to queries and following up outstanding information
• Maintain accurate financial records using internal databases and online systems
• Provide cover for colleagues and support additional finance tasks as required

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Essential experience processing CIS payments
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with online systems and databases
• Good numerical ability, accuracy and excellent attention to detail
• Well-organised, self-motivated and able to manage competing priorities
• A positive, flexible attitude with a willingness to support colleagues and take the initiative
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a small team
• AAT Level 2 or 3 qualified or studying towards or relevant accounting degree

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension contributions
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Christmas shutdown
• Optional membership of a company healthcare scheme
• Ongoing training and support to continue your accountancy qualifications
• Regular staff training and social events