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Finance Supervisor

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Colchester, Essex
£40,000 per annum
Gap Construction are working with a well-established construction business based in Colchester who are looking to recruit an ambitious Finance Supervisor to join their growing finance team.
Reporting directly to the Company Accountants, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role with genuine long term progression opportunities, gaining exposure across all areas of the finance function within a supportive and established team.
Performance Objectives
- Assist with daily cash management and cash flow activities.
- Manage company benefits administration.
- Prepare month-end management account schedules and reconciliations.
- Support the preparation of financial accounts and assist with the year-end audit process.
- Assist with VAT and CIS compliance.
- Manage and maintain the finance inbox, ensuring queries are dealt with efficiently.
- Develop the knowledge and capability to provide cover across payroll, purchase ledger, sales ledger, and subcontract ledger functions.
- Provide finance support to colleagues across the wider business.
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Person Specification
- Qualified AAT, part qualified ACCA or ACA, or degree qualified in Accounting with the ambition to continue studying.
- Previous experience working within an accounts or finance team.
- Construction industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately.
- A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.


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Please apply through our website or contact James at Gap Construction on 01223 375 629 for further details.
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