Accounts Clerk

Randstad NV; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad in Coventry is seeking an Accounts Clerk to support a busy construction finance team. You will manage subcontract ledger tasks, ensure CIS payments are accurate, and uphold HMRC compliance while maintaining timely supplier payments.

The role requires strong Excel skills, COINS experience and a solid accounting qualification. This is a permanent, on-site position with a fast-moving, growing business.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and VAT for construction.
• Experience with subcontract ledger processing and reconciliations.
• AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent accounting qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure payments to subcontractors on time in line with CIS and authorities.
• Ensure payments are compliant with HMRC regulations.
• Liaise with Commercial Teams to resolve payment queries to meet the Prompt Payment Code.
• Provide key subcontract ledger reports to the business as required.
• Produce month-end reports and reconciliations.
• Meet the company SLA requirements for internal customers.
• Report any non-compliance to the Subcontract Ledger Supervisor/Accounts Payable Manager.
• Maintain professional communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage key supplier accounts.

Skills

Excel

COINS

CIS

VAT

Subcontract ledger

Education

AAT L3/4

Tools

COINS

Job description

Accounts Clerk

£30000-£32000

Coventry

Randstad are currently working in collaboration with a successful and expanding construction business based in Coventry. This busy, successful and expanding business are seeking an accounts focused, organised and autonomous Accounts Clerk to join their team on a permanent basis to support the smooth running of a busy department.

Key responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant includes:

• Ensure payments are made to subcontractors on a timely basis and in line with Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) regulations and company delegated authorities
• Ensure that all payments made are compliant with HMRC regulations
• Liaise with the Commercial Teams to ensure payment queries are resolved in a timely manner in order to comply with the Prompt Payment Code
• Provide key subcontract ledger reports to the wider business as required
• Produce month end reports and reconciliations
• Meet requirements of company standard financial service level agreement for internal customers
• Report any non-compliance of the above agreement to the Subcontract Ledger Supervisor/Accounts Payable Manager
• Ensure internal and external customer communications are undertaken in a business-like and professional manner
• Manage key supplier accounts

Key skills

• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of COINS
• Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
• Knowledge of VAT treatment for the Construction Industry
• Previous experience of subcontract ledger work
• AAT L3/4

This is an immediately available opportunity for an Accounts Clerk to join a successful and growing business at an exciting time.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds.

Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003