An expanding Construction company based in North Kent is looking to hire an Assistant Accountant to join them permanently.  This role involves working 5 days per week in the office.  This role offers a career path to become a Finance Manager for the right person. You will report to the Head of Finance and work in a small finance team.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant Role:-

• Lead on the Credit Control duties for the business including, chasing outstanding debts by telephone and email, reducing DSO days, producing credit reports, and build long-term relationships with the company's clients

• Oversee the sales and purchase ledger, including month-end reconciliations
• Liaising with suppliers to discuss payment terms
• Process payroll
• Chasing overdue invoices and weekly aged debtor analysis
• Project budgeting 
• Profit and loss, accruals and prepayments
• Detailed cashflow analysis ensuring that the Head of Finance is aware of any potential debts
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and review budgets keeping tight control of cost

Requirements of the Assistant Accountant Role:-

• Experience working in the construction sector
• SME background
• Hands-on, posting journals and reconciling accounts
• Excellent communication skills
• First-rate MS Excel skills

Benefits of the Assistant Accountant Role:-

• 35-hour working week
• Career progression opportunities
• First-class Finance Director to learn from
• Free Parking

Please note that candidates must have proven experience working in the construction sector.