Finance/Accounting Assistant

Description

Job Title: Finance / Accounting Assistant

Location: Immingham, UK

Contract Type: Contract

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 Months

Rate: £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35)

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-driven Finance / Accounting Assistant to support the successful delivery of a major CCGT (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine) construction project in Immingham. Working directly with the Principal Contractor, you will play a key role in monitoring project expenditure, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting forecasting and reporting activities.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's critical energy infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Track and record all project expenditures, including validating invoices from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors

Assist in maintaining and updating cash flow forecasts and profit & loss statements using internal Excel tools

Allocate purchase orders correctly to WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) categories and assist in managing the project budget

Support the preparation of both monthly financial reports and ad-hoc reporting for senior management

Work closely with site teams to support financial administration and cost control processes

Candidate Requirements:

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Strong numerical and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail

Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and project finance principles

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction site environment

Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills

Desirable:

Experience on large-scale construction or energy/infrastructure projects

Exposure to Power BI or other data visualisation tools

Familiarity with financial workflows on major EPC or industrial projects

Previous experience working with Principal Contractors or Tier 1 suppliers

Additional Information:

This position is site-based in Immingham with flexibility to WFH

The role falls Inside IR35

Applicants must have the right to work in the UKAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Ad ID: 5416911038