Are you looking to work within the construction industry?

Our client are looking for a full time, Accounts Assistant to join and their existing Accounts Team.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Finance Manager and be based at our Chelmsford office, playing a crucial role in the efficient operation of our accounts department.

The finance position is a busy and challenging role within a fast-paced business environment, where meeting deadlines is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Control the handling the Sales Ledger on a daily basis.
• Control monitor and review outstanding invoices with prompt resolution of queries
• Ensure all sales invoices are filed accurately and timely
• Assist in the general reconciliation process on a monthly basis
• Control and process all credit card and petty cash payments
• Assist in the preparation of bank reconciliations
• Assist sub-contractor payments if necessary and ensure timely release to accordance with company policies
• To assist with Purchase Ledger when required or to cover sickness, holiday etc
• Support and assist management in detailed and continued, advice, knowledge and practical input to ensure full delivery of the business processes
• Any other Ad hoc duties as requested by management

Benefits

• 20 days holiday + BH + extra annual leave per year of service up to five years
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Discretionary sick pay
• Pension contributions
• Free on-site parking
• Regular opportunities for further training and personal development
• Biannual staff social events, including summer and Christmas gatherings
• Team bonding lunches

Qualifications

• AAT qualification is desirable.

Key Skills

• Extensive and detailed knowledge of an accounts department
• Understanding of cash book and purchase ledger, sub-contractor ledger and nominal ledger
• Understanding construction specific rules and requirements
• Knowledge of sub-contracting rules and regulations
• Experience with using SAGE/Xero/QuickBooks
• Understanding of the construction industry requirements would be preferable
• Knowledge of job management system would be preferable

For more information, please contact Liam Snell at LGS Vision Recruitment.