Administrator/Accounts Assistant

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

Job summary

Pertemps Tm in Torquay is seeking an Administrator / Accounts Assistant for a full-time, permanent role. The successful candidate will support accounts, administration, HR and general office operations within a well-established construction business.

You will handle AP/AR, credit control, VAT/CIS returns, payroll-related tasks, and daily office duties, working closely with management and suppliers to keep the business running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction industry preferred.
• Organised with attention to detail.
• Confident with numbers and financial information.
• Experience in accounts and general administration.
• Payroll experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support including ordering office supplies and maintaining staff holiday records.
• Handle customer enquiries via phone and email.
• 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.
• Coordinate supplier orders and materials purchases.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Maintain site/management diaries and general office duties.
• Assist with day-to-day accounts tasks and record-keeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Numeracy

Communication skills

Payroll experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administrator / Accounts Assistant – Torquay

Permanent – full-time Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm

£25,000k - £27,000k DOE

A well-established and successful construction business based in Torquayis looking for an organised, reliable and proactive Admin / Accounts Assistantto join their team on a full-time basis.

The company has built a strong reputation within the construction industry and is looking for someone who can provide a high level of support across accounts, administration, HR and general office operations.

This is a varied role where you will play an important part in supporting the day-to-day running of the business, working closely with management, staff, clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

Key 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

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Previous experience within the construction industry or a similar environment would be highly desirable.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working with numbers and financial information
• Experienced in accounts and general administration
• Comfortable dealing with payroll and financial processes
• Confident communicating with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Professional, approachable, and reliable
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Confident using Microsoft Office and can pick up inhouse systems

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, with the chance to become an integr