Location: March, Cambridgeshire (PE15 0WR) — In-Person
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
Start Date: ASAP

Join a Fast-Growing Construction Services Company

We are a thriving plant hire and transport company supporting the UK construction industry with vital machinery, equipment, and haulage services. Due to continued growth, we’re looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Administrator to join our friendly, fast-paced team in March, Cambridgeshire.

This is a dynamic and hands-on role, ideal for someone with a finance and administration background—particularly within construction, plant hire, or logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Bookkeeping

Manage daily accounts payable and receivable transactions
Maintain accurate records using Sage 50
Support monthly payroll reporting and time recording
Verify subcontractors with HMRC and manage CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) records
Submit monthly CIS returns and issue deduction statements
Liaise with HMRC for CIS-related matters

Plant Hire Administration

Process plant hire requests and manage equipment logs
Coordinate with site teams and suppliers for deliveries and collections
Track hire durations and ensure timely off-hire of equipment

Transport & Logistics Support

Organise transport for equipment across multiple construction sites
Communicate with drivers, customers, and site managers
Maintain compliance records including MOTs, tacho checks, services, and insurance

Office & Operations Administration

Answer phone and email queries, supporting internal teams and clients
Manage purchase orders, hire contracts, and documentation
Maintain both digital and paper-based filing systems
Ensure internal databases (plant, vehicles, and assets) are kept up to date
Resolve issues related to invoicing, delivery errors, and customer concerns

Compliance & Health & Safety

Monitor legal and regulatory compliance for transport and plant hire
Support audits, inspections, and staff training records (e.g. licences, eye tests)
Keep driver and asset compliance records current and complete

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Experience in bookkeeping and office administration
Proficient in Sage 50 and Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Clear communicator with the ability to work independently
Able to manage time-sensitive tasks and deadlines

Desirable:

Background in construction, transport, or plant hire admin
Understanding of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
Familiarity with transport compliance (Driver Hours, Operator’s Licence)

Working Hours & Location

Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location: Based at our office in March, PE15 0WR
- Candidates must reliably commute or be willing to relocate before starting

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
Stable, full-time permanent position
Be part of a supportive and expanding team in a vital sector
Opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic construction services company

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Bookkeeper/Administrator