Assistant Accountant - Construction Industry

CV Screen; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an office-based Assistant Accountant in Croydon, with a salary of up to £35,000. The ideal candidate should have experience in the construction industry and strong knowledge of VAT and CIS regulations. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, assisting with CIS submissions, and liaising with clients. The role offers a company pension, a bonus scheme, and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Company Pension

Bonus Scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in the CIS Construction Industry required.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with CIS submissions, reconciliations and BACS payments.
• Matching internal and external invoices to purchase orders.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Liaising with clients regarding their books and records.
• Coding payables.
• Performing bookkeeping duties.

Skills

Construction industry experience

Strong knowledge of VAT and CIS regulations

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Reference: 59478

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000/annum

Job Location: United Kingdom - England - South East England - Surrey - Croydon

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 25 September 2025

Role

Assistant Accountant - Construction Industry, Croydon. Salary up to £35,000.

CV Screen is recruiting for an Assistant Accountant for a fantastic company within the construction sector. The role is office based in Croydon and a salary of up to £35,000 is available. If you have experience in the CIS Construction Industry, then this is certainly the role for you!

Responsibilities

• Assisting with CIS submissions, reconciliations and BACS payments
• Matching internal and external invoices to purchase orders
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Liaising with clients in regards to their books and records
• Coding payables
• Bookkeeping duties

Required Skills

• Construction industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, and CIS regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary up to £35,000
• Company Pension
• Bonus Scheme
• Free on-site parking

Location

Office based in Croydon - Commutable from all nearby locations such as Wimbledon, Brixton, Streatham and Bromley.

How to Apply

Please send your CV to Matt Wright at CV Screen in strict confidence or apply directly to this job posting. CV Screen is the Recruitment Agency managing this vacancy.

Alternate Titles

• Finance Assistant
• Accounts Assistant
• Assistant Accountant
• Accounts Administrator