Commercial Administrator

Joshua Robert Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Commercial Administrator to support commercial teams in a landscaping and construction business. You will assist with contract administration, procurement, and financial tracking to ensure efficient project delivery. The ideal candidate should have construction industry knowledge, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities. This permanent role is based in Worcester, UK, with a salary range of GBP30,000 - GBP35,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Construction industry training or experience is required.
• Interest within the construction or landscaping industry would be advantageous.
• Understanding of contracting processes and financial and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all invoices are issued promptly and accurately.
• Monitor customer accounts to identify outstanding debts.
• Handle queries from customers regarding invoices and payments.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Maintain credit control via weekly and monthly cashflows.
• Support the quantity surveying team in project communication.

Skills

Organised

Analytical

Strong IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Strong communication skills

Highly organised

Problem-solving

Education

GCSE Maths, English, Science 5/C and above

Job description

Job Role - Commercial Administrator
Location - Worcester
Salary - GBP30,000 - GBP35,000 DOE
Job Type - Permanent

Join our client who is a landscaping and construction business delivering exceptional outdoor spaces across the UK. Our client looking for a proactive and detail-driven Commercial Administrator to support their commercial and operations teams in delivering high-quality projects efficiently and profitably.

About the Role

As a Commercial Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial function of our business. You' will assist with contract administration, procurement, cost tracking, credit control, invoices and project documentation ensuring everything runs smoothly from tender to completion.

Key responsibilities include

• Ensure all invoices are issued promptly and accurately by the commercial team to facilitate timely payments.
• Monitor customer accounts to identify outstanding debts, reporting debts to the commercial team and following up with clients to ensure timely payment.
• Handle queries from customers regarding invoices, payments and account balances in a professional and courteous manner.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial close processes by providing accurate data and reports.
• Maintain credit control via weekly and monthly cashflows. Liaising with procurement and accounts to ensure accurate information.
• Support the quantity surveying team in the running of projects through effective use of communication.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, analytical, and enjoys working in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.

You'll have

• Construction industry training or experience is required.
• Interest within the construction or landscaping industry would be advantageous.
• Strong IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication and highly organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem - solving and process improvement.
• Understanding of contracting processes as well as financial and accounting principles.
• GCSE Maths, English, Science 5/C and above would be preferred.