The Accounts Clerk will help to support the accountant and finance department in the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The role involves assisting with managing purchase invoices, subcontractor payments, reconciliations, and general accounts administration, with a strong focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
Key Responsibilities- Process purchase invoices and ensure correct coding to jobs and cost centres
- Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery dockets
- Prepare and process supplier and subcontractor payments
- Maintain subcontractor records, including tax details and compliance documentation
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs
- Record and allocate receipts and payments in the accounting system
- Assist with bank reconciliations
- Support payroll administration, including timesheets from site staff if required
- Maintain accurate job cost records for residential projects
- Assist with VAT returns and audit queries when required
- General accounts administration and filing