Finance Assistant

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

We prefer to hire directly, but we do have an approved supplier list for when we'd like a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

Role Overview:

Our Oak Dry Lining Business Unit are looking to appoint a Finance or Accounts Assistant to provide finance support to the Senior Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

* Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial information reported in Ledgers and Management Accounts in accordance with the Finance timetable.

* Undertake various finance-related tasks which may include:

* Assisting in the completion of month end reporting

* Assisting in the completion of the overhead report.

* Assisting in the preparation of supplementary schedules for Management Accounts.

* Managing and updating Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).

* Managing intercompany transactions.

* Preparing and posting journals.

* Supporting the preparation of weekly cash reporting.

* Assisting HY and FY Audit

* Undertaking cash management reporting within the CVR process.

* Ensuring sales invoices are raised accurately.

* Monitoring the sales ledger for prompt updating of receipts (to Shared Service Centre).

* Credit control to ensure timely collection of monies owed.

* Providing support to more senior members when required.

* Customer Credit checks for new projects.

In Return

In return we offer an opportunity to work on some of the UKs most exciting construction projects, in a fast-paced environment where each day brings new challenges. On offer is

A competitive salary and benefits package

Contributory pension

Private healthcare and EAP

28 days holiday plus bank holidays and option to buy more when needed

An enviable dedicated L&D function where personal development is actively encouraged

We will always consider flexible working hours and arrangements

Experience and Qualifications

Experience

* Very good written and verbal communication skills

* Very good organisation skills and the ability to work to deadlines.

* Attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.

* Ability to analyse and interpret data.

* A customer focused approach.

* Proactive and willing to learn.

* Willingness to get involved in key initiatives.

* Aware of individual Health and Safety responsibilities and adheres to company health and safety policy and procedures.

* Able to demonstrate alignment and work in line with the Galliford Try values - Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration

About Us:

Galliford Try is one of the UK's most formidable construction businesses with an enviable track record of delivering schemes that strive to provide positive, lasting change for the communities we work in. With an impressive order book of over £3.2 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

Construction Division:

As a major UK contractor our Construction Division has a diversified workload in the public, regulated and private sectors. The Division boasts a strong reputation for providing whole-life solutions, high standards of project delivery, and an ability to innovate. It predominately operates under either the Galliford Try or the Morrison Construction brands, and is organised into five key segments: Building, Infrastructure, Facilities Management, Investments and Integrated Solutions.

Galliford Try is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community