Accounts Assistant

Agility Resourcing Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction company in Carlisle is seeking a detail-focused Accounts Assistant to enhance their finance team. In this full-time role, you'll manage supplier invoices, assist with payroll, and ensure accurate record-keeping. If you're skilled in accounts and eager to grow within a supportive environment, this could be your next opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounts role, ideally within the construction sector.
• Familiarity with CIS is preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process supplier invoices and match invoices to purchase orders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve payment queries.
• Assist with weekly and/or monthly payroll processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Tools

Construction Manager

Job description

Location: Carlisle
Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

My client is a well-established construction company based in Carlisle, and they are looking for a confident and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to support their busy finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in finance who's looking to develop their skills within a thriving and supportive environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Accurately process supplier invoices, ensuring timely data entry and coding
• Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate discrepancies where needed
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve payment and invoice queries promptly
• Process subcontractor applications in line with internal approval workflows
• Review and submit on-site labour timesheets for sign-off
• Prepare and process weekly payments to labour-only subcontractors
• Assist with weekly and/or monthly payroll processing
• Set up and maintain accurate records of suppliers and subcontractors in our Construction Manager system
• Monitor and reconcile staff expenses and company credit card usage
• Manage the internal approval process for all supplier invoices
• Keep the Accounts Manual up to date with current procedures
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding balances
• Provide general administrative support including document filing and archiving

What we're looking for:

• Experience in a similar accounts role, ideally within the construction sector
• Familiarity with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) is preferred, but not essential
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Comfortable using accounting and construction-related systems (experience with Construction Manager is an advantage)
• A proactive, organised, and adaptable approach to work

Please send your CV for a call back or call Suzanne at Agility Resourcing