Bolton
Accounts Assistant – Construction Sector (Part-Time) North West | £25,000 - £30,000 FTE (pro rata) | Permanent | Part-Time Bolton We are working with a growing main contractor specialising in industrial new builds and refurbishments across the North West. Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance function, supporting the day-to-day transactional requirements of a busy construction business. This is a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring smooth interaction between site teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and the wider business. The position is part-time (anticipated three days per week, with some flexibility), making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to maintain involvement in a dynamic construction environment while working reduced hours. Key Responsibilities • Maintain daily cashbook, including posting and reconciling multiple bank accounts, • Process supplier and subcontractor invoices, maintain accurate ledgers, and prepare payment runs, • Administer CIS, including subcontractor verification and monthly returns in line with HMRC requirements, • Manage sales ledger, raise invoices/applications for payment, and handle credit control, • Prepare and execute monthly payroll runs, • Support month-end with journals, management accounts, and reporting, • Prepare and submit VAT and PAYE returns accurately and on time Essential: • Strong understanding of day-to-day finance operations, • Accurate, methodical, and detail-oriented, • Comfortable working to deadlines and managing varied workload, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, • Strong interpersonal skills with confidence engaging suppliers and internal teams, • Professional, confidential, and team-focused approach, • 3+ years in an accounts role, • Experience in construction contracting or CIS administration, • Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 FTE (pro rata), • Working Pattern: Part-time – 2–3 days per week (flexible), • Holidays: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata), • Benefits: Pension scheme, training opportunities, flexible working, free parking, casual dress