Accounts Assistant at JAJA recruits
Chelmsford CM2 7SY, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Nov, 25

Salary

40000.0

Posted On

11 Aug, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Our client, a fast-growing and ambitious M&E contractor, is seeking a capable finance professional with a solid background in the construction industry to join their close-knit team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong industry knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a growth mindset who’s looking to step into a broader role with genuine progression to senior level. You’ll receive hands-on mentoring from the Financial Director, with the chance to shape and optimise the finance function as the business continues to scale.

ABOUT YOU – YOU MUST HAVE:

  • 5+ years’ experience in the construction industry (any finance/operations capacity)
  • Advanced Excel skills – able to confidently build dynamic spreadsheets with formulas to analyse, automate, and present data
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment without sacrificing accuracy
  • A growth mindset – always seeking to raise the bar and improve
  • Strong communication skills – able to build rapport with clients, chase payments, and challenge processes when necessary

THE OFFER:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 10% uncapped profit-share bonus
  • Direct mentorship from the Financial Director
  • Opportunity to progress into a senior finance role as the company grows
  • Exposure to both hands-on finance and strategic business management
    If you’re an organised, proactive, and commercially-minded finance professional from the construction sector, this role offers the chance to develop your career in a business where your contribution will be truly valued.
    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
    Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Application question(s):

  • Do you confidently tick all five boxes in the “About You” section?

If not, this role isn’t for you. We’re only looking for someone who genuinely meets the brief - anything else won’t cut it.
Work Location: In perso

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Responsibilities
  • Manage cash flow, supplier payments, and credit control
  • Raise sales invoices (Joblogic) and process purchase invoices (Dext)
  • Complete bank and business card reconciliations
  • Process payroll and pensions (Xero)
  • Track and manage staff holidays, timesheets, and expenses
  • Assist in monthly management accounts and WIP (Work in Progress) reporting
  • Prepare payment applications and support with CIS returns
  • Produce job profitability reports and ad-hoc analysis
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