Accounts Assistant - Construction VAT & CIS

Key Responsibilities * Process Accounts Payable invoices * Process and reconcile staff expenses * Pay suppliers and subcontractors * Run payroll processes * Submit VAT and CIS returns * Process sales certificates * Update weekly cashflow reporting * Complete bank reconciliations * Perform balance sheet reconciliations * Resolve supplier and invoice queries * Respond to finance system and accounting queries Scope of Role This role is responsible for the day-to-day transactional finance activities of the business, including accounts payable, payroll support, reconciliations, tax submissions, and cashflow reporting. The role does not include ownership of: * P&L reporting * Budgeting and forecasting * Year-end accounts preparation * Strategic supplier negotiations * Non-finance HR responsibilities Ideal Candidate * Previous experience in a finance or accounts role * Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes * Experience with payroll, VAT, and CIS returns * Good reconciliation and problem-solving skills * Strong attention to detail and organisational ability * Confident communicator with suppliers and internal teams * Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel