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Finance Assistant

On-site in County Durham·Added 5 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Costain

231 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Work on-site in County Durham

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Ability to work well under pressure, solving problems in a calm and rational manner and always acting with integrity.
  • Have clear written and oral communication skills.
  • Is a good team player and demonstrates a positive 'can do' attitude.
  • Keen to learn and to be challenged.
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Relevant A-Levels or BTech qualifications

Nice to have

  • Experience of using EnterpriseOne (E1) or other accountancy software.
  • Previous experience in an accounting or accounts assistant position.
  • Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, document and finance management systems)
  • Studying towards an accountancy qualification

  • Future goal to start studying towards an accountancy qualification

The role

Costain have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to assist in the smooth running of the Finance and Commercial departments at site. Be point of contact for the site team on any finance queries that may come to light on a day to day basis.

What you'll do

  • To assist the Accounts function with site account tasks as required, to ensure accurate and timely records.
  • Reconcile creditor accounts, fuel charges, purchase cards and other similar administrative support duties.
  • Recording, processing and investigating invoice queries and ensuring a timely resolution.
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders as required.
  • Inputting cost journals in line with relevant procedures with appropriate approval and communication.
  • Assist accounting team with month end processes, ensuring accurate recording of costs.
  • Production of cost estimates for the main contract

  • Subcontract Management including procurement, auditing of defined cost, payments, change management, performance monitoring, monthly meetings, final accounts etc.

About Costain

Industry
Construction & Engineering
Founded
1865
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
London, UK
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