Assistant Project Accountant

Dragados UK & Ireland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking an Assistant Project Accountant to manage invoices and provide administrative support to teams. The role requires communication skills, accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently. Ideal candidates will have previous clerical experience in construction and proficiency in accounting processes. This office-based position may involve occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Previous construction experience in a clerical or administrative role.
• Experience in accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the uploading of invoices and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor delivery schedules and liaise with suppliers.
• Assist in document management and ensure timely payments.

Skills

Proficient written and verbal communication

Strong analytical and organizational abilities

Knowledge of accounting functions and procedures

Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Summary:
The Assistant Project Accountant will be responsible for managing the uploading of invoices into our bespoke system and providing administrative support to the commercial, accounts payable, and accounts receivable teams. This role requires communication skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice & Delivery Note Management: Ensure all invoices comply with HMRC standards for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Match delivery notes against purchase orders and invoices to verify accuracy.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to resolve discrepancies and follow up on missing or incomplete documentation.
• Upload and process invoices accurately and promptly in the bespoke system.
• Ensure all invoice data is correctly entered and categorized.

Administrative Support:

• Monitor delivery schedules and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
• Maintain inventory records and support stock reconciliation.
• Assist the commercial team with document management, filing, and data entry.
• Support the accounts payable team by tracking invoice approvals and ensuring timely payments.
• Archive financial documentation in line with company procedures.
• Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners regarding administrative project matters.
• Respond to routine inquiries and escalate issues as needed.

Technical skills and Competencies:

• Proficient written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of all accounting functions and procedures.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to contribute meaningfully to project teams.
• Relevant experience in accounting in construction sector.

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience:

• Previous construction experience in a clerical or administrative role.
• Experience in accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive problem-solving approach.
• Office-based position with occasional site visits as required.

Dragados Values:

• Excellence: Promoting innovation, development, training and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
• Integrity: Acting ethically and transparently. Demanding the best standards of integrity from its employees, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Trust: Nurturing positive relationships at all levels of the organisation, with our clients and supply chain by developing strong and long-term relationships based on mutual trust.
• Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable development to make an efficient and ethically responsible contribution to society and the environment.
• Profitability: Ensuring our profitability as well as contributing value to the communities in which we operate as part of our sustainability agenda.

Dragados is committed to act based on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles. Equal opportunities, non-discrimination and respect for human rights are basic principles contained in the Dragados Code of Conduct that apply to all Dragados employees.