Assistant Accountant

Job Title

Assistant Accountant

Salary

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

Tipton

Our Company

Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here.

The Role

The Assistant Accountant is a key role in supporting the wider Finance Team, covering a variety of accounting and administrative duties in a timely and effective manner. This role supports all Group companies and is an important link with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

* Import sales information into the finance system in a timely and accurate manner

* Process cashbook transactions, ensuring all entries are recorded correctly

* Post bank statements and complete regular bank reconciliations

* Allocate incoming cash within the sales ledger, resolving any discrepancies where required

* Assist with the processing of subcontractor payment packs, including reconciling requested payments, checking compliance with CIS and VAT, and preparing remittance advice for authorisation

* Maintain digital records to support intercompany and third-party recharges

* Prepare and maintain debtor reports and support credit control activities as required

* Produce monthly spend reports

* Review and analyse credit card spend and employee expenses

* Assist with the preparation of statutory returns

* Support the production of monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis

* Maintain accurate digital records and ensure documentation is up to date

* Carry out nominal account reconciliations, investigating and resolving any variances

* Raise sales invoices and issue customer statements in line with company procedures

* Provide support with purchase ledger processing as required

Personal Qualities

* An interest in developing a career within finance

* Strong attention to detail

* Good organisational skills

* A methodical and structured approach to work

* Basic problem-solving skills

* Good communication skills

* Proactive and reliable

* Positive and flexible approach to work

Technical Skills & Experience

* Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role (desirable but not essential)

* Strong IT skills including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Qualifications & Training

* GCSEs Grade 4-9 or equivalent in Maths and English

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary