Accounts Assistant | London Bridge | Paying £35k - £40k DOE
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Accounts Assistant to support our clients finance function across subcontractor ledger management, sales ledger, contract administration, and wider financial operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys variety in their day-to-day responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Subcontractor Ledger
- Process subcontractor invoices and weekly payment runs
- Handle internal and external subcontractor queries
- Complete statement reconciliations
- Maintain VAT records and ensure compliance
- Update and manage forecast payment reports
Contract Sales Ledger
- Raise and issue sales invoices, applications, and certificates
- Maintain debtor reports and monitor VAT status
- Perform credit control duties
- Complete cash matching
- Carry out statement reconciliations
Contract Administration & Audit Tracking
- Maintain contract documentation centrally (Teams/SharePoint)
- Manage valuation schedules, new contract forms, contract copies, final account statements, and PC certificates
- Keep audit trackers up to date
Retentions Management
- Raise retention invoices
- Maintain retention reports
- Resolve related queries
Internal Cost & Revenue Transfers
- Complete monthly internal transfers and ensure accurate allocation
Accruals Monitoring & Reporting
- Review accruing costs for jobs nearing completion
- Communicate status updates to relevant teams
- Monitor registered invoices
Audit Preparation
- Collate and prepare documentation for the annual audit
About You:
- Experience in a similar Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator role
- Strong understanding of ledgers, reconciliations, and VAT
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Confident using Excel
- Strong communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
