Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
Broadsword Group LTD is a group of five construction businesses based in Totton, Southampton. We deliver quality construction services accross our respective sectors across the south coast.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Casual work attire
- Regular social events
- Relaxed atmosphere
We're looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about accounting and finance. The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for anything from basic accounts receivable work to providing general administrative support. We are seeking a talented individual who enjoys working independently and who is highly motivated to excel in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining a database of all suitable subcontractors ensuring they meet the required standard
- Management of CIS Verification's & Insurances
- Deduct CIS in accordance with HMRC Legislation.
- Process Subcontractor Payments & Post payments on accounts software
- Issuing CIS statements to Subcontractors
- Maintaining Clean Ledgers & Filling System
- File monthly CIS returns
- Administration support to Office manager/accounts department
- Front desk and reception
- Dealing with general telephone enquiries from clients and relaying onto relevant internal departments
- Sales Invoice processing & raising
- Credit control
- Cash book maintenance
- Maintaining the company purchase and sales ledgers
- Banks reconciliation
- Liaising with third party providers, clients. subcontractors and suppliers
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25-30 per week
Salary: £22,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Southampton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across Broadsword Group LTD's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £27,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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