We are recruiting an in-house Accountant to join a growing construction group. This is a hands-on role, managing the day-to-day finance function across multiple companies. You will work closely with commercial and operational teams, handling all transactional finance tasks, including purchase and sales ledger, payroll, VAT/CIS, bank reconciliations, and month-end reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Process supplier and customer invoices, manage payments, and maintain ledgers
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Run payroll and process employee expenses, ensuring PAYE compliance
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Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns, reconcile ledgers
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Reconcile bank and control accounts, monitor cashflow
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Maintain accurate P&L, balance sheet, and management reporting
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Assist with project cost tracking and monthly management accounts
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Prepare year-end accounts and liaise with external accountants
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Maintain accurate records and audit trails for all financial transactions
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Support directors and project teams with financial queries and reporting
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Work hands-on with accounting systems (Xero, Excel, invoice approval tools)
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
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Previous experience as an Accountant in construction, contracting, or similar project-based environment
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Strong knowledge of VAT, CIS, payroll, and PAYE
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Confident using Xero or similar accounting software
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment and across multiple companies
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