Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

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Job description

Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Red Rock Consultants are working with a well-established family construction business that has been operating successfully since 2008 designing and building commercial & residential developments. They are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/ Accounts Assistant to join their team on temporary 2 month basis, with the opportunity to go permanent, based in Towcester.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, performing data entry tasks, reconciling accounts and supporting the financial operations within our business. Working within the Finance Team, this role requires excellent attention to detail, proficiency in Xero and Microsoft Excel and preferably experience of construction industry financial practices.

The Position:

1. Manage accounts payable and receivable processes including resolving client and supplier queries.
2. Recording financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner using Xero.
3. Reconciling bank statements and fuel card transactions.
4. Assist with the preparation of the CIS and VAT returns.
5. Assist with the preparation of financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements.
6. Collaborate with the commercial and site teams to track Project budgets and expenses.
7. Assist with month end reporting and meeting various deadlines.

Looking for:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably within the construction industry. Knowledge of CIS would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Xero and Microsoft suite including Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Attention to detail and data entry accuracy is essential.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A flexible approach to assisting others within the team when busy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well within the team and able to collaborate effectively with both suppliers and clients.
• Knowledge of relevant tax regulations and reporting requirements.

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Andy Cunnington at Red Rock Consultants.

We endeavour to feedback to all successful and unsuccessful applicants within 5 days, if you have not heard from us after this time then you have unfortunately not been shortlisted for this role. We do however update our database with suitable candidate information following each application, this allows us to contact you for new suitable opportunities.

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