Accounts Administrator​/Accounts Assistant

Accounts Administrator / Accounts Assistant Sector:
Construction (SME)

Employment Type:

Full-time

Recruitment Agency: Interaction Recruitment Recruiting on behalf of a UK-based construction client

Our client is a small-to-medium construction business, delivering high-quality projects across the UK. They are looking to strengthen their finance team with a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator / Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a hands‑on, supportive environment where your contributions really make an impact.

Reporting to the Finance Manager or Managing Director, you will manage day‑to‑day accounts operations, including creditor and debtor control, cashflow management, and financial reporting. Experience with construction accounting, CIS, VAT, and project‑based finance is highly desirable.

• Process supplier invoices and allocate costs accurately to projects
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs
• Manage subcontractor onboarding, CIS verification, and payments

• Raise customer invoices and applications for payment
• Monitor and chase overdue accounts professionally
• Maintain aged debtor reports and elevate issues as required

• Assist with monthly management accounts including P&L statements
• Track project costs, variations, and margins
• Support cashflow forecasting and budget preparation
• Provide financial insights to directors

• Perform bank reconciliations and ledger updates
• Assist with VAT returns and HMRC submissions
• Maintain accurate digital and paper filing systems
• Support year‑end preparations for external accountants
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards

• Contact clients regarding overdue invoices
• Negotiate payment arrangements where necessary
• Maintain detailed communication logs and elevate unresolved issues
• Collaborate with project managers to resolve disputes affecting payments

• Previous accounts experience, ideally in construction or project‑based environments
• Strong understanding of CIS, VAT, and UK accounting practices
• Proficient in accounting software (Sage, Xero, Quick Books, etc.)
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to follow up debts professionally
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong organisational skills with digital and paper filing systems

• Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet with confidential data
• Hands‑on approach with a willingness to improve processes
• Calm under pressure and meets deadlines consistently
• Positive, approachable, and a team player

• AAT Level 2, ACCA, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of CIS regulations
• Experience in the construction industry