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Finance Administrator (Temp to Perm)

THE DWELLING DOCTORS
Waltham
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Finance Administrator (Temp to Perm)

Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full\-Time, Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About Us

Dwelling Doctors is a fast\-growing property maintenance and environmental services company committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients across the UK. We are looking for an experienced and organised Finance Administrator to join our team at our Waltham Abbey office on a temp\-to\-perm basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance administration skills and hands\-on Xero experience who is looking for a long\-term role within a supportive and growing business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately using Xero.

  • Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

  • Reconciling bank accounts and supplier statements.

  • Managing company expense cards, reviewing expenditure, allocating costs to the correct departments/projects, and ensuring supporting documentation is provided.

  • Processing and reconciling staff expenses.

  • Using Dext to manage invoice and receipt capture, coding, and document management.

  • Supporting finance workflows and document management through Santargo (desirable experience).

  • Chasing outstanding payments and maintaining effective credit control procedures.

  • Assisting with monthly management accounts preparation.

  • Processing supplier payment runs.

  • Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems.

  • Supporting payroll administration when required.

  • Assisting the Finance Manager with ad\-hoc finance and administrative tasks.

  • Ensuring all financial data is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
Essential Requirements
  • Previous experience in a Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar finance role.

  • Strong working knowledge of Xero Accounting Software.

  • Experience managing purchase and sales ledgers.

  • Experience with expense management and cost allocation.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Good understanding of bookkeeping principles.

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Professional and confident communication skills.
Desirable Skills \& Experience
  • Experience using Dext.

  • Experience using Santargo.

  • Experience working within a construction, maintenance, property, or service\-based business.

  • Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme).

  • AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT.

  • Experience working with project costing and departmental cost allocation.

What We Offer
  • Temp\-to\-perm opportunity with long\-term career prospects.

  • Competitive salary.

  • Friendly and supportive team environment.

  • Growing company with opportunities for progression.

  • Free on\-site parking.

  • Immediate start available for the right candidate.
To Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your finance experience, Xero knowledge, and any experience with Dext or Santargo.

Dwelling Doctors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: £28,000\.00\-£35,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Free parking

  • On\-site parking
Application question(s):
  • How many years of experience do you have working in a finance administration, accounts assistant, or bookkeeping role?

  • How many years of experience do you have using Xero Accounting Software?

  • Have you previously worked within the construction, maintenance, property, or trades sector?

  • Do you have experience processing and allocating company expense card transactions and staff expenses?

  • Do you have a working understanding of IR35 regulations and their impact on contractor payments?

  • How would you rate your Microsoft Excel skills?

  • Are you able to commute to our Waltham Abbey office Monday to Friday?

  • When are you available to start?
Work Location: In person

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