Accounts Manager (Construction Industry)

Accounts Manager (Construction Industry)

Location: Romford, Essex

Salary: £40,000 - £43,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 35 Hours per Week

Benefits:

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Study support
On-site parking
Pension schemeOur client, a well established and growing construction company based in Romford, is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Manager to join their finance team. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial management across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and support daily financial processes across the business
Process and maintain the sales ledger
Liaise with customers, issuing statements and resolving account queries
Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
Produce monthly aged debtor and aged creditor reports
Assist with C.I.S administration, monthly returns, and subcontractor vouchers
Prepare journals for management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation
Complete weekly bank reconciliations
Process petty cash and company credit card expenses
Work alongside Contracts Managers to monitor project costs and profitability
Support cash flow management and reporting
Set up new supplier and customer accounts
Carry out general finance administration, filing, and correspondence
Provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave
Support the wider team with any additional accounting duties as requiredAbout You

Previous experience in a similar Accounts Manager or senior accounts position within the construction industry
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
Proficiency in Sage 50
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving
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