Construction AP Clerk (COINS) - 6-Month Contract

Avocet recruitment ltd; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Avocet Recruitment Ltd on behalf of one of the UK's leading national housebuilders is seeking a Payment Clerk on a minimum six-month contract to join their commercial and finance team in a regional office.

The successful candidate will process subcontractor payments, prepare weekly and monthly runs, and liaise with QS, Buyers and site teams while maintaining records and supporting month-end processes. Immediate start and a collaborative team environment offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Payment Clerk or similar role.
• Experience in housebuilding or construction preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and financial systems.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and manage priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation.
• Effective communication and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Process subcontractor payment applications and invoices.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve payment queries.
• Liaise with Quantity Surveyors, Buyers and Site Teams.
• Maintain financial records and payment schedules.
• Support month-end processes and company procedures compliance.
• Build positive relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Payment Clerk experience

Accounts Payable

Commercial administration

Construction/housebuilding experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Avocet Recruitment Ltd on behalf of one of the UK's leading national housebuilders is seeking a Payment Clerk on a minimum six-month contract to join their commercial and finance team in a regional office.

The successful candidate will process subcontractor payments, prepare weekly and monthly runs, and liaise with QS, Buyers and site teams while maintaining records and supporting month-end processes. Immediate start and a collaborative team environment offered.