Finance Assistant

Balfour Beatty; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Assistant in London, contributing to the UK's largest construction project. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a dynamic team, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance while supporting impactful infrastructure initiatives. You'll be involved in reviewing accounts, liaising with project staff, and driving efficiencies across the business. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for all employees. Enjoy flexible working options and a range of benefits while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Share plans

Qualifications

• Willingness to study for AAT qualification and awareness of cost control.
• Strong integrity and proactive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review accounts transactions for accuracy and efficiency.
• Interface with project staff and maintain compliance with Health & Safety.

Skills

AAT qualification

cost control awareness

integrity

communication skills

proactive attitude

Education

AAT qualification (or willingness to study)

Tools

R12

Timesheet Portal

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join our Major Projects team at our Old Oak Common development in London. Join us and be part of the largest construction project in the UK.

HS2's new c. £1 billion Old Oak Common station will become the UK's best-connected rail station once completed. Our Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA joint venture will be responsible for the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station in Northwest London.

Upon completion, the station will feature six underground platforms and up to eight platforms on the adjacent Great Western Main Line. It will also provide high-speed rail services to the Midlands, central London, Scotland, and the North, along with direct services to three major airports. The station will include passenger and retail facilities, offering an exceptional customer experience.

What you'll be doing

• Review accounts transactions including plant returns, material receipts, GRNs, etc., to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Interface directly with project staff to provide support and guidance from the site support function. Keep up to date with changes to R12.
• Understand Balfour Beatty's commitment to the Prompt Payment Code and query/resolve invoices in a timely manner. Liaise with other departments within BBVS to gain approval for invoices as required.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with the Integrated Management System (BMS). Ensure all relevant Health & Safety requirements are met, and safe working practices are adopted.
• Liaise with the Supplier Invoices Team in Newcastle (Shared Services Centre) to upload JV invoices into R12 where not delivered by Tradex.
• Report to the Finance Manager on process-related issues. Collaborate with the Assistant Project Accountant to drive efficiencies across the business.
• Review timesheet entries on the Timesheet Portal to verify time spent on the project.
• Work with the wider Finance team to maintain effective control mechanisms in the ledgers.

Who we're looking for

Essential

• Willing to study / early stages of AAT qualification.
• Awareness of cost control.
• High level of integrity.
• Proactive, diligent, with a can-do attitude.

Desirable but not essential

• Site support experience, understanding the relationship between costs and the overall finance position.
• Detailed knowledge of R12.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with experience working on large, fast-moving construction projects.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the business.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting, and meaningful projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.

Why join us?

Contribute to impactful projects and enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working options, generous leave, pension scheme, share plans, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business delivers iconic infrastructure projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C, using the latest technology to create sustainable solutions that benefit communities.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of various initiatives supporting this goal and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities.