Finance Assistant

Hays; Norwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This newly created role involves processing ledgers, resolving queries, and assisting with month-end and year-end procedures. Ideal candidates will have finance experience in the construction sector and be familiar with COINS or similar finance systems. The company offers a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in finance within the construction sector.
• Strong analytical and processing skills.
• Ability to assist with month-end and year-end procedures.

Responsibilities

• Processing the purchase ledger and raising sales invoices.
• Resolving queries from Quantity Surveyors and suppliers.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Finance experience

Analytical skills

Processing skills

Knowledge of COINS

Knowledge of Sage

Knowledge of QuickBooks

Education

AAT qualification

Job description

Your new company

Hays Accountancy & Finance is partnering with an expanding construction company to strengthen their finance team with an experienced Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper, ideally with knowledge of COINS, a construction-based finance system.

Your new role

This is a newly created Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant role. You will be responsible for processing the purchase ledger, resolving queries from Quantity Surveyors (QSs) and suppliers, raising sales invoices, and posting cash. You will also assist with month-end and year-end processes, including closing ledgers and bank reconciliations. Additionally, you may support the wider commercial and operational teams with queries.

What you'll need to succeed

Ideally, you will have finance experience in the construction sector using COINS or be confident using other finance systems such as Sage or QuickBooks. Strong analytical and processing skills are essential, along with the ability to assist with month and year-end procedures. AAT qualification is a plus but not essential.

What you'll get in return

The company offers a flexible benefits package with a salary of circa £28,000 - £30,000. For more details, contact Andy Jarman at 01603 760141.

What you need to do now

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or call us for more information. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Desired Skills and Experience

COINS, Bookkeeper, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Accounts Assistant, Finance Clerk.

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