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We are a well-established building services contractor specialising in mechanical, public health (M&E), maintenance, and specialist installation projects across the UK. Due to continued growth and the implementation of our new COINS construction ERP system, we are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our finance team at our Head Office in Cheam, Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially aware Management Accountant with construction or building services experience to play a key role in a major system transition while delivering high-quality financial insight to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow statements for the business and individual contracts. * Deliver insightful financial analysis, variance reporting, and commercial commentary to support the Senior Management Team and Finance Director. * Manage project costing, WIP analysis, contract profitability, and job cost reporting across mechanical, public health, and specialist installation projects. * Lead cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and periodic reforecasts, ensuring alignment with project budgets and company objectives. * Own month-end and year-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations. * Play a central role in the implementation and adoption of COINS ERP — including data migration, process improvements, system training for finance and operational teams, and ongoing optimisation. * Work collaboratively with Project Managers, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and real-time financial visibility. * Support ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as required. Essential Skills & Experience: * Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent). * Proven experience as a Management Accountant in a multi-project environment, ideally within construction, building services, or M&E contracting. * Strong understanding of project accounting, job costing, WIP, contract profitability, and construction-specific financial processes. * Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with accounting software or ERP systems. * Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights. * High level of integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work proactively in a fast-paced team. Desirable: * Direct, hands-on experience with COINS (or similar construction ERP systems such as Access COINS Evo). * Background working for a mechanical, M&E, or building services contractor. What We Offer: * Competitive salary dependent on experience * Company pension scheme * Comprehensive benefits package including Cyclescheme, electric car scheme, company healthcare, and annual discretionary bonus * Stable, long-term career in a reputable business with strong values and excellent transport links from central London and surrounding areas If you are a proactive, commercially minded Management Accountant with strong construction or project accounting experience and you’re excited by the opportunity to shape finance processes during a major COINS ERP implementation, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant Management Accountant experience, particularly any exposure to construction accounting or COINS. Apply now or contact the team at Sale Group directly

Assistant Accountant Location : Office based, Mitcham CR4 4TU Salary : Competitive, plus excellent benefits Contract : Full-time, permanent About the Role We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team here at Centura Group. This is a key role supporting the wider group finance function, assisting with the preparation of accurate and timely financial information across the business. You will be involved in month-end processes, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, audit support, and maintaining strong financial controls. This is a great opportunity for a detail-focused and motivated finance professional who enjoys working as part of a team, developing their technical accounting skills, and contributing to continuous improvement within a growing construction business. Key Responsibilities Preparing and posting month end journals Assist in preparation, review and analysis of the monthly management accounts for the Group Company, including profit and loss reports, providing commentary and analysis. Assist with the preparation of working schedules for the annual audit Assist with the audit queries Cash outstanding reports Assist in forecasting Assist in the process of system upgrade testing Assist in the production of annual overheads budget Support the wider finance team and provide cover as when required Assist in operating and improving internal controls within finance Ad hoc projects as and when required by senior management The job description is not intended to be an exhausted list of duties and responsibilities. You will be expected to perform tasks as necessitated within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the Group. About You CIMA qualified or equivalent Excellent knowledge of excel Maintaining confidentiality and using discretion where necessary Reliable and conscientious and maintaining professionalism Cultivate a positive team culture through collaboration Supporting colleagues Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail Experience within construction industry would be an advantage Excellent communication skills About Us: The Centura Group is the holding company for several businesses supplying specialist construction services to the UK and international markets. Centura provides business support including Management, SHEQ, Finance, HR, and Training to the individual businesses. We offer a competitive package, including: 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Additional 3 days paid leave for community projects Private pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution) Private healthcare scheme Life assurance Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme Continuous training & development Professional membership subscriptions Cycle to Work Scheme & Eye Care Vouchers Evening class / hobby allowance Apply Today If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please. TPBN1_UKTJ