Finance Assistant
The Opportunity
A fantastic opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a growing and fast-paced business within the construction sector.
This role offers the chance to support the Head of Finance in managing day-to-day financial operations, with a strong focus on purchase ledger, subcontractor accounts, and compliance processes such as CIS and Reverse Charge VAT. You’ll be part of a collaborative finance team with clear processes in place and opportunities to develop your skillset further.
Role Overview
You will be responsible for:
• Processing a high volume of supplier and subcontractor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Investigating invoice queries and chasing missing documentation
• Processing contractor valuations, including retentions in line with contract terms
• Liaising with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to verify certified amounts
• Ensuring all transactions comply with internal controls and audit requirements
• Managing supplier enquiries and resolving disputes professionally
• Maintaining supplier and subcontractor accounts within the purchase ledger
• Setting up new supplier accounts, including credit checks and PQQ processes
• Maintaining subcontractor insurance records to ensure compliance
• Processing weekly timesheets
• Reconciling company credit card transactions
• Supporting VAT processes, including Reverse Charge VAT (DRC)
• Assisting with VAT returns and preparing monthly CIS submissions
• Identifying opportunities to improve internal finance processes
About You
• 2–3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger
• Experience within the construction industry is essential
• Strong knowledge of CIS and Domestic Reverse Charge VAT
• Experience working in a project-based accounting environment
• Understanding of contractor retentions and payment processes (preferred)
• Strong Excel skills and experience using systems such as Xero
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated, and professional approach
Company Profile
You’ll be joining a dynamic construction business with a strong operational focus and a commitment to financial accuracy and compliance. The company prides itself on its core values of Integrity, Respect, Trust, Honesty, Responsibility, and Consistency, which underpin everything they do.
What’s in it for you?
💰 Salary £45,000
📈 Opportunities for progression and development
🤝 Supportive and collaborative team environment
🧠 Exposure to a fast-paced and evolving finance function
🏗️ Work within a growing construction business
About Walker & Sloan
Walker & Sloan are a BCorp certified recruitment business specialising in property, construction and the built environment. I, Sam, work closely with businesses across the UK and handle all applications with complete confidentiality
