Finance Assistant - Construction

Henley Chase; Rodmell; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase in Lewes is seeking a diligent Finance Assistant to manage supplier invoices, reconcile statements, respond to supplier enquiries and assist with CIS verifications.

The role also covers preparation of payments, bank reconciliations, WIP reporting, and supporting monthly management accounts and audits. AAT/ACCA-eligible candidates with solid double-entry bookkeeping knowledge are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A-C), including English and Maths.
• Enrolled on, or eligible to enrol on, an AAT or ACCA programme.
• Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Post supplier and overhead invoices, including CIS elements.
• Reconcile supplier statements and respond to supplier enquiries.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and process supplier payments.
• Carry out HMRC verification of suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical proficiency

Time management

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

AAT or ACCA enrolment/eligibility

Job description

Rodmell, Lewes

• Post supplier and overhead invoices, including specialist supplier invoices with a CIS element.
• Reconcile supplier statements and respond promptly to supplier enquiries.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date supplier records.
• Assist the Finance Director with the preparation and processing of supplier payments.
• Carry out HMRC verification of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare bi-weekly subcontractor labour payment certificates, checking retention and CIS deductions, and process subcontractor labour payment runs.
• Process customer applications for payment and customer receipts, and prepare the aged debtor report.
• Reconcile credit card statements for posting.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and weekly cash flow reporting.
• Run monthly work in progress (WIP) reports and reconcile WIP balances, working with the commercial and operational teams to track job progress.
• Support the Finance Director with the production of monthly management accounts and overhead variance analysis.
• Assist with annual audit enquiries.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required.

Skills and Experience

• GCSEs at grades 9 4 (A C), including English and Maths.
• Enrolled on, or eligible to enrol on, an AAT or ACCA programme.
• A solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.