
Accounts Assistant - Construction Industry Scheme Experience
- Grays, Essex
- £28,000-35,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Process sub-contractor certificates in line with company policies and C.I.S regulations.
- Prepare and submit C.I.S monthly returns to HMRC with precision.
- Perform regular statement reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
- Liaise with sub-contractors and quantity surveyors, addressing queries with confidence.
- Ensure sub-contractor payments are accurately processed during scheduled payment runs.
- Maintain up-to-date records of verification numbers, UTRs, and C.I.S deduction rates.
- Review and process staff expense claims according to company policies.
- Ensure all receipts and supporting documents are provided and coded correctly.
- Assist in preparing expense reports for approval and payment.
- Support the accounts team with purchase ledger tasks as needed.
- Help with month-end procedures and reporting where necessary.
- Previous experience in a similar role within the construction industry (highly desirable).
- A solid understanding of the Construction Industry Scheme (C.I.S) and its requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., COINS, or similar).
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a vibrant team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.