Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - Luton (Full Time or Part Time)

Our client is an expanding construction company who are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant with Xero experience and experience having worked within the construction market, to join their finance team.

Role Overview

The Accounts Assistant will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with financial procedures. Experience working within the construction industry and familiarity with project-based accounting is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledger functions

• Process supplier invoices and subcontractor payments

• Reconcile bank accounts and company credit cards using Xero

• Prepare and process weekly/monthly payment runs

• Assist with CIS returns 

• Support month-end procedures including journal entries and reconciliation

• Monitor project costs and assist with job costing

• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance

• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

• Assist with payroll administration 

• Making requisitions

• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal project managers

• Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial tasks and reporting

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar role

• Working knowledge of Xero (essential)

• Experience within the construction industry (essential)

• Understanding of CIS and VAT processes

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

• Strong Excel skills

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach