Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Construction Accounts Assistant
Location: on Site Norwich

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: DOE

About Us:

Our client is an established organisation within the construction and development sector, providing comprehensive project solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients.

They partner with public and private sector organisations to deliver projects that align with current industry standards, regulatory requirements and market demands.

The Role:
As a Construction Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day financial operations. You will handle standard bookkeeping alongside sector-specific duties, with a strong focus on project costing and managing subcontractor payments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable: Process and match supplier and subcontractor invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Project Costing: Allocate material, plant hire, and labour costs to the correct project codes to ensure precise job costing.
• Payment Runs: Prepare weekly or monthly payment runs for subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring retentions are tracked and applied correctly.
• Reconciliations: Perform regular bank and supplier statement reconciliations, resolving any discrepancies quickly.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an accounts assistant or bookkeeping role within the construction sector (preferred).
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero / Sage 50 / Sage 200 and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Studying towards or holding an AAT qualification (desirable).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Competitive salary, free parking, health care.
• Opportunities for career progression within an expanding finance department.