Finance Administrator

Robertson Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major company in construction and facilities management is looking for a Finance Administrator to maintain the CAFM system and manage invoicing and procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications or experience, strong IT skills, and attention to detail. The role offers a supportive environment and competitive benefits, emphasizing team collaboration and quality service.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Educated to NVQ or equivalent in either Administration or Finance, or relevant previous experience in a similar role.
• Proficient IT skills, especially in Excel and Word.
• Experience of operating CAFM or database systems would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the CAFM system including cost allocation to tasks and contractor invoices.
• Oversee the consolidated invoicing process for contract suppliers.
• Administer purchase orders and the approval process.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT skills (Excel and Word)

Communication skills

Ability to prioritize

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Administration or Finance

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Overview

Care. Initiative. Pride. We see more than just high standards.

Finance Administrator

Location: Wakefield, Normanton Depot

Working hours: 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Relationships. Results. Success. At Robertson Facilities Management, we see them our way. We’re professional enough to make every collaboration count. Driven enough to deliver the very best service to everyone we work with. Friendly enough to make sure any environment we manage is as enjoyable as it is safe. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services businesses. And as Finance Administrator, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the partners we work with, and for a truly sustainable future.

Your new role

What you’ll do:

• Maintenance of the CAFM system including costs are allocated to tasks, chasing contractor costs and invoices, and supporting the payment application process.
• Overseeing the consolidated invoicing process for contract suppliers.
• Administration of purchase orders and the approval process.
• Raising purchase orders to suppliers when required and in line with budget and ensuring purchase orders are GRN’d when works are completed, checking payment is only processed on receipt of relevant paperwork.
• Support with the preparation of monthly applications for payment for non-core work and supporting with the collation of backing documentation.
• Support with monthly reconciliations to ensure all additional works have been billed to the customer.
• Supporting with the set up of and onboarding of new suppliers.
• Support cost analysis exercises to inform budgeting and forecasting activities.

What you’ll need:

• Educated to NVQ or equivalent in either Administration or Finance, or relevant previous experience in a similar role.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise.
• Proficient IT skills, including Excel and Word
• Experience of operating CAFM or database systems would be beneficial.
• Ability to work on own initiative in a busy fast paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Who we’re looking for:

People are at the heart of everything we do and achieve at Robertson. To fit right into the team, you’ll be committed to understanding the needs of our customers and work collaboratively towards our shared goals; get the best from teams and individuals, be confident in your decisions, and calm and quick to adjust to unexpected challenges; and help us make progress towards a sustainable future for ourselves and our communities.

What's in it for me

Working the Robertson Way

Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means…

We listen

Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.

We are professional

Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.

We take responsibility

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.

We are determined to succeed

Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.

We are one team

We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to the salary, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including 33 days annual leave, a great pension and valuable life assurance. What’s more, you’ll also be able to make the most of a range of brilliant extras. These include our Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts at restaurants and cinemas, annual flu vaccine, and Health & Wellbeing and Life Management Support for you and your family.

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.

Apply now

If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you.