Boskalis
Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover)
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The Accounts Assistant supports the maintenance of accurate financial records, transactions, and reports for companies within the UK Group. Key responsibilities include accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, and general bookkeeping, ensuring financial records are precise, up-to-date, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Main Tasks
- Oversee cashbook preparations and cashbook posting
- Process and post petty cash and vessel cash returns
- Administration of prepaid expense cards (issuing new cards, managing top-ups, and posting expense returns)
- Reconcile cash advance ledger accounts
- Maintain the sales ledger and prepare debtors reports for chasing overdue invoices
- Support with sales and purchase ledger tasks as required
- Prepare and process intercompany recharges
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations (intercompany recharges, prepayments, creditors, bank, and cash)
- Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation posting
- Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and Project Controllers where required
- Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as needed
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Required Knowledge & Experience
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a finance or accounting environment
- AAT qualification or equivalent (desirable)
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles and procedures
- Experience with cashbook postings, expense processing, and bank/ledger reconciliations
- Basic knowledge of purchase ledger-related taxes (VAT, CIS)
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems
- High level of accuracy in data entry and management
- Confident communication with colleagues across multiple locations
What You Can Expect
A dynamic, supportive environment with opportunities to grow:
✅ Competitive salary + industry-leading benefits • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – option for additional holiday flex • Generous pension package • Private health care & vehicle benefits • Free parking and beverages • Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week)
✅ Career development through training and the Boskalis Academy
✅ Making an impact in a competitive, international sector with challeng**ing projects
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Extra Information
📍 Location: Fareham, Hampshire (Westminster House, predominantly-based; hybrid option available)
🕒 Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)
🕰 Duration: This is a one-year fixed-term position
📩 Next steps:
- Apply online via the career portal
- Interviews held online and in-office
- Successful candidates invited for an offer
About Boskalis
Boskalis Westminster Ltd is part of Royal Boskalis Westfiton, a global leader in dredging, offshore contracting, and maritime services.
With 100+ years of experience, we focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability, delivering major projects such as the Suez Canal expansion, Manila Airport land reclamation, and Singapore’s polder, while protecting coastlines, creating nature reserves, and supporting global infrastructure development.
Interested?
📌 Apply now: Complete an online application with a motivation letter and CV via our careers site.
Applications open year-round—apply early as positions close once filled!
We do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from agencies.
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