Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - North Midlands

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to join a dynamic and growing business? We are seeking a Accounts Assistant to support our Financial Controller in delivering accurate and timely financial administration across our North Midlands region.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchase ledger experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their career within a successful housebuilding business.

The role:

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the region's day-to-day finance activities. Working closely with regional teams and Group Finance, you will be responsible for processing invoices, reconciling supplier accounts, supporting payment runs, and assisting with month-end activities.

This is a varied position that requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Key responsibilities:

* Process supplier invoices accurately through the COINS ERP system, ensuring correct coding and approval workflows are followed.

* Manage purchase ledger activities and ensure invoices are processed efficiently for payment.

* Complete supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any queries or discrepancies.

* Administer company credit card statements and collate supporting documentation for payment processing.

* Support weekly and month-end payment runs, including managing disputed invoices.

* Generate and process monthly valuation journals within COINS.

* Manage Payment Request Authorisations (PRAs), ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals are in place before processing.

* Raise payments through the banking system and update the COINS cashbook accordingly.

* Assist with maintaining and updating sales information and support future automation initiatives.

* Escalate issues where necessary to ensure deadlines and financial controls are maintained.

* Provide ad hoc support to the regional and Group Finance teams as required.

About you:

We're looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across the business.

Essential skills & experience:

* GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).

* Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance administration, accounts payable, or purchase ledger role.

* Strong numerical skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

* Ability to prioritise workload and meet weekly and monthly deadlines.

* Self-motivated with the confidence to work independently when required.

Desirable:

* Previous experience within the housebuilding or construction sector.

* Experience using the COINS ERP system.

What you will bring:

* A positive, approachable attitude.

* A collaborative team-player mindset.

* A willingness to learn and continuously improve processes.

* Professionalism, discretion, and a high level of confidentiality.

We believe Harron Homes is a place for everyone, no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify.

Please note due to the volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 14 days, please accept this as confirmation that we will not be progressing with your application further on this occasion