Accounts Assistant - East London - Construction

I am currently looking for an Accounts Assistant for a Building Contractor based in East London / Essex who work in and around the London and the M25 area with a current turnover of circa 40 million. Projects include new build, refurbishment & fit out works within commercial, healthcare, education and residential on projects ranging between 2 to 10 million.

The Account Assistant will support the accounting department & Finance Director by assisting with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and contributing to the smooth running of the company's financial activities. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

The candidate must have experience in the below -

Proven experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, preferably within the construction industry.

• Double Entry experience
• Payroll
• Able to do Sub contractor payments
• Vat Returns
• Credit Card & Bank Reconciliation
• IR35
• Debtors and Creditors
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Must be able to produce accounts up to Trial Balance
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Good understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Additional Requirements:
• Knowledge of construction industry financial practices and project-based accounting is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

The client is looking to pay up a competitive basic salary between 40- 45k plus a benefits package.

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