Accounts Assistant

Warden Construction Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive environment

Job summary

Warden Construction Ltd is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Assistant Management Accountant in day-to-day finance operations in Preston. You will help maintain accurate records and support transactional processes while delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Join a team that values quality, continuous improvement and social value, with training provided across all aspects of the role and opportunities for career growth within a diverse and inclusive

Qualifications

• GCSEs Maths and English at least grade 4/C or higher.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous experience in finance or accounts, ideally in construction.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and match against POs and delivery notes.
• Support credit control and maintain ledgers and reconciliations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and processing payments.
• Assist with applications for payment and general admin support.

Education

AAT qualification in progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the Assistant Management Accountant in the day-to-day operation of the finance function. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting transactional processes, and providing excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders.

At Warden we believe in Building Something Greater. We’re not here just to build, but to deliver outstanding construction projects that help to improve lives and communities.

We operate across the North West with a strong presence in public sector delivery of new build and refurbishment projects in education, blue light, further education, public and leisure buildings, healthcare and maintenance supported by private sector commercial, specialist residential and industrial schemes.

We’re looking for people who personify our values of quality, continuous improvement, growing people and delivering social value.

In return, we offer a great working environment where our people are rewarded fairly, looked after properly, and supported to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Key Responsibilities

This role will include, but is not limited to the following responsibilities:

• Processing supplier invoices, including matching purchase orders and proof of delivery notes, checking prices, and preparing invoices for payment.
• Processing employee expense claims.
• Supporting credit control activities.
• Maintaining purchase, subcontractor, and sales ledgers, including statement reconciliations.
• Preparing bank reconciliations.
• Processing applications for payment.
• Liaising with third-party providers, clients, suppliers and the Commercial Team.
• Providing general administrative support, including handling incoming and outgoing post and signing for deliveries.
• Maintaining and updating finance procedures and documentation.
• Acting as the first point of contact for the main telephone line.
• Supporting the wider accounts department with additional duties as required.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• GCSES in Maths and English A*- C or 9 – 4.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables
• Basic understanding of accounting principle and financial transactions
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Good communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role.
• Experience within the construction industry.
• Studying towards an AAT qualification, or willingness to begin studying with support provided.

Additional Information

Training will be provided across all aspects of the role. We encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement but can demonstrate the skills and aptitude to succeed in the position.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependant on experience
• Attractive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth
• Diverse and inclusive working environment

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, Warden Construction Ltd has a work environment where everyone feels welcome, where we can all be ourselves and where differences are valued. Warden Construction Ltd provides the development tools and responsibilities that allows individuals to flourish and fulfil their professional goals and career progression.

This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview stage.