ACCA Qualified Accountant - London - Construction
RG Set Square · Chigwell, England
ACCA Qualified Accountant - London - Construction at RG Set Square, based in Chigwell, England, paying £55,000 - £65,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
- Location
- Chigwell, England
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Closes
- 9 Dec 2026
- Sector
- Accountant
About 22% above the going rate for accountant
Reference 514a0f14ee8265cd9b5e7544d46e6956c4ab3a24
About the role
I am currently recruiting for an ACCA qualified Accountant for a Building Contractor based in East London who work in and around the London and the M25 area with a current turnover of £70 million. Projects include new build, refurbishment & fit out works within commercial, healthcare, education and residential on projects ranging between £2 to £10 million.
The accountant will work with the accountancy team and report to the Managing Director by assisting with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and contributing to the smooth running of the company's financial activities.
Key Responsibilities:
The candidate must have experience in the below - Proven experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, preferably within the construction industry.
- Double Entry experience
- Payroll
- Able to do Sub contractor payments
- Vat Returns
- Credit Card & Bank Reconciliation
- IR35
- CIS
- Debtors and Creditors
- Familiarity with accounting software Sage 50
- Must be able to produce accounts up to Trial Balance
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
- Good understanding of accounting principles.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledge of construction industry financial practices and project-based accounting is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
The client is looking to pay up a competitive basic salary plus a benefits package with the position looking to start ASAP but the client is happy to wait if the candidate has a notice period.
If you are keen on the role and would like to know more can you please send a copy of your CV to [email removed]
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Reference: 514a0f14ee8265cd9b5e7544d46e6956c4ab3a24 · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 9 Dec 2026 · Listed via RG Set Square
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