Assistant Accountant

Role Overview

Our client a scaling, private equity-backed construction services business is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the day-to-day running of its finance function, working closely with the Group Financial Controller and Finance Manager.

This is a hands-on, onsite position that will play a key part in improving the quality, accuracy and efficiency of financial processes across the business. It is well suited to someone keen to develop their skills towards within a growing, operationally focused organisation.

The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and comfortable taking ownership. This is a busy environment where pace and accuracy both matter.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting Support

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and control account reviews.
• Contribute to variance analysis and regular reporting outputs.

Transactional Finance

• Support accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in improving billing processes and reducing manual workload.
• Work with operational teams to support accurate job costing and revenue recognition.

Payroll & Expenses

• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
• Ensure expenses are processed accurately and in line with company policy.

Process Improvement

• Support the Group Financial Controller in implementing new processes and internal controls.
• Contribute to system improvements and integration initiatives.
• Help drive consistency and standardisation across finance activities.

General Finance Support

• Provide cover across the finance team during periods of leave or increased volume.
• Support audit preparation and year-end processes.
• Assist with ad hoc analysis and reporting as required.

Candidate Profile

Experience & Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience.
• Commercial experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Strong understanding of core accounting fundamentals.
• Experience with accounting systems, Xero or similar preferred.
• Good Excel skills with high attention to detail.

Key Characteristics

• Organised and reliable with a strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and willing to take ownership and learn quickly.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Why Apply?

• Join a high-growth, PE-backed business at a pivotal time in its evolution
• The role comes with a good compensation with room to move up the career ladder
• Work closely with senior decision-makers across a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Development opportunities and study support also available