Cost Clerk

Colas Ltd; Aston; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on Rô

Fully funded ProfessionalQualification

Pension Scheme up to 10%

Life Assurance x4 salary

25 days annual leave

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Discounts via benefits portal

Job summary

Colas Ltd is seeking a Cost Clerk on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support payroll and financial administration within the National Highways Area 9 M&R project, based at Doxey Depot, ST18 9LG. The role offers a 37.5-hour week, with hybrid working options and progression towards a professional qualification.

The ideal candidate will have payroll or finance administration experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to supporting colleagues and suppliers while

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll, accounts payable or finance administration.
• Strong Excel skills and accuracy.
• Good communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collate, maintain and accurately enter payroll data across multiple systems.
• Process payroll entries and assist with payroll administration activities.
• Match purchase orders and goods received notes against supplier invoices.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment queries.
• Use Excel and accounting systems to process financial transactions, including sales invoices.
• Support the Finance team with general administrative and ad hoc duties as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure information is processed promptly.
• Carry out duties in line with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Excel

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

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Purpose of the role

We are looking for a Cost Clerk to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover Maternity leave, supporting the National Highways Area 9 M&R project based at Doxey Depot, ST18 9LG.

You will play a key role in ensuring payroll and financial administration activities are completed accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within finance, with support from an experienced team and exposure to a varied workload.

Package Description

• 12 months FTC
• Salary between £24,686 - £31,000 (dependent on experience)
• 37.5 hours
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year inclusive of bank holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal / professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

Main Responsibilities

• Collate, maintain and accurately enter payroll data across multiple systems
• Process payroll entries and assist with payroll administration activities
• Match purchase orders and goods received notes against supplier invoices
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment queries
• Use Excel and accounting systems to process financial transactions, including sales invoices
• Support the Finance team with general administrative and ad hoc duties as required
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure information is processed in a timely manner
• Carry out all duties in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental standards and commitments.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is keen to develop their career within finance. Whether you already have experience in a payroll, accounts payable or finance administration role, or you are looking to take your first step into the finance sector, you will bring a positive attitude and willingness to learn. You will have strong communication skills, be confident working with colleagues and suppliers, and possess excellent organisational abilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other computer systems would be beneficial, while experience within the construction industry is desirable but not essential. Most importantly, you will be a flexible and enthusiastic team player who takes a proactive approach to identifying improvements, supporting colleagues, and helping the department operate efficiently and effectively.

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.