Account Manager

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

London Felt Roofing Limited is an established roofing contractor seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Accounts Manager to join our team at our head office in Erith, Kent.

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and professional individual who can take responsibility for the day-to-day management of our company accounts using Xero accounting software, while also providing general administrative and secretarial support to the business.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, a good understanding of Excel and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities within a busy office environment.

This is a varied and important position within the company, working closely with the directors and wider team.

• Manage the day-to-day financial administration of the business using Xero accounting software.
• Process, code and record supplier invoices, ensuring all invoices are correctly entered into Xero.
• Prepare and organise supplier payments, ensuring invoices are paid within agreed terms.
• Raise and issue sales invoices to clients and customers.
• Manage retention invoices, retention records and outstanding retention payments.
• Maintain accurate purchase and sales ledgers.
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations and account checks.
• Reconcile supplier statements and customer accounts.
• Monitor outstanding payments and undertake credit control when required.
  
  Assist with VAT returns and provide supporting information to the company’s external accountant.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with month-end and year-end accounting requirements.

• Complete and submit PQQs (Pre-Qualification Questionnaires) for new and existing clients.
• Assist with tender documentation and general contractor compliance paperwork.
• Maintain and update company records, documents and filing systems.
• Provide general secretarial and administrative support to the directors and management team.
• Liaise professionally with clients, suppliers and subcontractors by telephone and email.
• Assist with general office correspondence and documentation.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the head office.
• Undertake other reasonable administrative duties as required.
• Xero accounting software qualification/pass certificate is essential.Applicants must be confident and experienced in using Xero.
• Previous experience in an Accounts Manager or similar accounts administration role.
• Strong Excel knowledge and understanding
  , including the ability to work confidently with spreadsheets.
• Experience processing purchase invoices, sales invoices and supplier payments.
• Good understanding of financial record keeping, reconciliations and credit control.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• A proactive, flexible and reliable approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A professional and confidential approach when handling company financial information.
• Previous experience working within the construction, roofing or contracting industry.
• Understanding of construction industry invoicing and retention payments.
• Experience completing PQQs and tender documentation.
• Familiarity with construction industry administration and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting company directors or senior management.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Full-time position based at our head office in Erith, Kent.
• Opportunity to work for an established London roofing contractor.
• A varied and rewarding role with responsibility across accounts and office administration.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to develop and grow within the business.

Head Office – Erith, Kent

This is an office-based position.