Finance Officer (Construction / Property Development)

ZipRecruiter; Romsey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding property development company is seeking a Finance Officer to manage financial accounting in Romsey. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in bookkeeping, strong knowledge of CIS regulations, and aspirations to advance within the company. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, a supportive environment, and excellent growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for further development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience, with at least 2 years in construction/property development.
• Strong knowledge of CIS regulations and processes.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping duties including accounts payable/receivable.
• Manage CIS submissions, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial Reporting

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Finance Officer – Construction / Property Development

Location – Romsey

My client, A Rapidly expanding property development company have an urgent requirement for an experienced accounts professional to join their team located in central Romsey.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years accounting experience with some of that experience being within the Property Development or Construction arena’s and have aspirations to become a Finance Manager in the not too distant future.

The Role

My client are seeking a dynamic and delivery focused Finance and Accounting professional from within the Property Development / Construction / New Build industry to join our clients team in and important role as part of their continued growth.

This position reports directly to the Commercial Manager and Business Owner and involves managing the financial accounting of the business on a day-to-day basis.

The position is ideally of a permanent full time nature.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping duties including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and ledger maintenance
• Manage CIS submissions, ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations
• Process subcontractor payments and verify CIS deductions
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Assist in month-end procedures and management accounts
• Liaise with project managers to track job costs and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Maintain organised and up-to-date financial records
• Support senior stakeholders in meetings and presentations.

Experience

• Ideally AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent/ or working towards)
• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience, with at least 2 years in the construction/property development industry
• Strong knowledge of CIS regulations and processes
• Proficient in Sage and Microsoft Excel
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

My client offers a competitive salary and benefits alongside a superb working environment within a friendly, professional and supportive team and there are excellent opportunities for further development within the industry. The company is growing at a very fast rate and want their staff to grow with them.