Finance Assistant

  • Construction Jobs
  • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
  • Aug 07, 2020
Construction Management

Job Description

Vistry Group brings together the energy and talents of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships (formerly Galliford Try Partnerships). With developments from Northumberland to Cornwall and Cheshire to Norfolk, Vistry Group will be delivering around 12,000 homes a year across the country, this makes us one of the top five housebuilders in the UK. We are a real powerhouse of a business with a focus on delivering for our people, our customers, our clients, our contractors and our shareholders. Vistry Partnerships - Our Story: Delivering homes and revitalising communities is at the heart of what we do. Working with local authorities, housing associations and investors, we create lasting partnerships and deliver vibrant, sustainable places to live. As a leading regeneration specialist, we have offices throughout England and a strong national footprint. With over 100 sites currently in production, we are recognised as an innovative and collaborative industry leader, focused on creating as many new homes of all tenures as possible. In a Nutshell: This will initially be a 6-month fixed term contract. You will process and maintain accounts payable records and provide financial administrative support to regional finance teams, ensuring timely, quality financial information is provided and maintained in accordance with group procedures and policies. What we would like from you: Key Responsibilities - Accurate processing, coding and matching of invoices in accordance with group policies Liaising with suppliers to resolve invoicing queries in a professional manner, on a timely basis and to comply with statutory requirements Liaising with procurement, commercial teams & sales as necessary to resolve issues Ensure all invoices have the appropriate approvals to be passed for payment Supplier reconciliations GRNI / Receipt processing Filing / Scanning all invoices and paperwork to ensure appropriate records are kept Handling all post/emails related to invoices and any other associated duties Checking subcontractor payments prior to release for payment Checking VAT/CIS are correctly processed Credit note resolutions Sales ledger receipt processing/allocation including contra entries Processing of completion statements Supporting the finance team as required Competencies - Experience in a high volume processing environment with good knowledge of end to end accounts payable function. Ability to resolve and reconcile issues with limited supervision. Self-motivated and ability to work on own initiative Time management and organizational skills to manage workload Ability to communicate to all stakeholders, both internally and externally Ability to work as part of a wider team IT literate including MS Excel & OutlookDesirable: Preferably with experience of Construction or House Building industry Preferably knowledge of Coins accounting system The Good Stuff: Vistry Partnerships is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us. Some of our key benefits include… Competitive salary and package 26 days holiday plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Private Healthcare Sharesave scheme Support with a professional membership Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us within Vistry Group - we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us - we will always be happy to help