Cost Clerk/administrator

3 weeks ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom Colas Ltd Full time

**Job Introduction**:
Colas’ Bearsted are looking for an experienced cost clerk/general administrator to maintain cost capture to the contract, satisfying the needs of both COLAS and the customer in terms of reporting contract actual costs and accruals, and supporting the Commercial Manager in being able to report forecast end of life commercial performance.

Actively promote the One Colas approach especially when dealing directly with external stakeholders.

Undertake all aspects of administration works supporting office functions for a busy highways civil engineering team, assisting with efficient and ethical delivery of all secured contracts, whilst ensuring compliance with all procedural working practices.

**Main Responsibility**:
We are looking for a positive, pro-active team player to raise accurate and timely purchase orders in the company system adhering at all times to company and local procurement processes, goods receipting of deliveries, process invoices matching against GRN’s challenge discrepancies as appropriate

Maintain accurate records of plant on and off hire to enable accurate allocation of cost to contract. Goods receipting of hired plant on a weekly basis. Assisting with payroll data entry ensuring accurate and timely information is processed. Enter check and validate costs in company capture system ensuring deadlines are achieved, maintain accurate waste logs ensuring compliance with relevant waste management legislation and ensuring waste licences are current.

Provide support to the site team on commercial cost capture as required Raise of all contract numbers for supply chain works (where needed in absence of Commercial Supervisor) Cost capture of all Labour including all cross checking between timesheets and cost capture records.

Collation of all plant, equipment and transport allocation received from operational supervisors and carry out reconciliation checks before entering the data into the appropriate Colas cost capture systems, assist in the production of cost value reconciliation reports and forecast cash recovery and ensure that both are kept in line with targets and ensure that all costs, accruals and future forecast expenditures are accurate to support end of life forecast, ensure compliance with all contractual requirements and monitor internal expenditure against budget_._

Experienced in raising orders, goods receipting and invoice processing ,some working knowledge of health and safety and have customer facing experience. Previous experience of carrying out reception duties, strong ICT skills especially Microsoft Office Excel & Word.

Able to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly cost capture and reporting, practical knowledge of forms of contract, and cost capture requirements, understanding of period cost reporting and comparison with budget/forecast

Experience in commercial management, cost capture, accrual calculations and value allocation, knowledge and experience in effective cost allocation management, have excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, good problem solving skills and creative flair, able to clearly demonstrate high competence in areas of cost capture.
- Suitable administration experience
- Experienced in accounts, raising invoices & purchase orders
- NVQ in Business Administration desirable but not essential.
- Training and experience in use of CODA, LISA and the Colas cost capture procedures preferred but not essential

**Package Description**:
As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas offers some great benefits with this role, including:

- A generous pension contribution
- Life assurance cover (x4 basic salary)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell more)
- Flexible working policy
- Opportunity to study towards a professional qualification fully funded
- Ongoing training and personal/professional development
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

**About the Company**:
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in wh



  • Maidstone, United Kingdom St Augustine Academy Full time

    Woodard Academies Trust are seeking an experienced clerk for the Academy Council at St Augustine Academy in Maidstone, Kent. Effective local governance is vital for an effective academy and the post holder will play a key role in clerking and supporting the work of the Academy Council. Working closely with the Chair of the Council, you will prepare...

  • Crown Court Clerk

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full time

    **Crown Court Clerk - 74773** **£25,827 - £27,170** **Maidstone**: This position is available for existing civil servants on level transfer or promotion. Secondments and loans will be considered on an individual basis. **Background**: HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is one of government’s largest agencies, employing around 16,000 staff, with a...

  • Ward Clerk

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Have you ever thought about a career in Forensic Mental Health Services? Would you like to be part of a CQC rated “Good” service? Do you want to develop your skills, with the backing of a well-developed administration team, and have the opportunity to participate in appropriate training for this role? If your answers are yes, we have a Ward Clerk vacancy...

  • Sales Ledger Clerk

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Radar Recruitment Full time

    Radar Recruitment are exclusively recruiting a Sales Ledger Clerk role for a large FMCG company near Maidstone. Working closely with the management team, you will be one of three Clerks responsible for sales ledger and credit control in a fast-paced and high-volume organisation. Responsibilities: Overall support to the Sales Ledger Department in various...

  • Sales Ledger Clerk

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Radar Recruitment Full time

    Radar Recruitment are exclusively recruiting a Sales Ledger Clerk role for a large FMCG company near Maidstone. Working closely with the management team, you will be one of three Clerks responsible for sales ledger and credit control in a fast-paced and high-volume organisation. Responsibilities: Overall support to the Sales Ledger Department in...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Future Schools Trust Full time

    Future Schools Trust are seeking to recruit a Governance Professional (Clerk) to provide advice to the Trustees and Local Governing Bodies (LGB) on the best practice governance models, all relevant regulatory and legislative requirements and to provide effective administrative support to the board and its committees, whilst managing information effectively...

  • Cau Booking Clerk

    5 days ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time

    The post holder must manage the inpatient, outpatient and day cases waiting lists for a delegated number of consultants within a specialty, in accordance with Government Access Targets and the Trust’s Access Policy. The post holder will work as part of the Clinical Administration Unit to coordinate the administrative pathway of patients to ensure that...

  • Purchase Ledger Clerk

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Grafton Banks Finance Recruitment Full time

    Grafton Banks Finance are currently working with a large commercial company with offices in Maidstone, Kent to recruit an Accounts Payable Specialist on a full time permanent basis. Working full time in a finance team and reporting into the Finance Operations Manager on a day to day basis you will be responsible for: - Processing high volume invoices -...

  • Cau Booking Clerk

    5 days ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time

    We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic individual to work in our General Surgery Clinical Admin Unit based at Maidstone Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to gain experience in booking patients for surgery, outpatient appointments and dealing with patient queries as part of a busy department based in a large...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Advance Technical Solutions Full time

    We are a **Facilities Maintenance Contractor** who undertake maintenance and repairs for commercial properties including, but not limited to: retail parks, shopping centres, offices and restaurants. We work with our partners to deliver an excellent service to our clients. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Helpdesk Coordinator to join our team in...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom A&M Energy Solutions Full time

    We at A&M Insulations are fully accredited installers of Cavity Wall and Loft Insulation. Formed in 1973 as a family-run business, our continued understanding of our customer needs, combined with high levels of service and a cost-effective approach have been vital to the success achieved to date and therefore complementing our four plus decades of industry...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Reed Marketing & Creative Full time

    Digital Marketing Assistant - Ashford (Hybrid Working) - £22k - £24k Our client, an internationally known B2B manufacturer and distributor based in Ashford, is looking for an entry level digital marketer to join their strong, friendly and growing team. This company have expanded dramatically in recent years so it’s fantastictime to join this...

  • Technical Coordinator

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Glenfield Invicta Full time

    **ABOUT US**: Glenfield Invicta Limited is part of the AVK Group; who are market leaders in the supply of valves, fittings and flow control equipment to the Water, Waste Water, Oil and Gas industries throughout the world. A vacancy has arisen for a Technical Coordinator to join our site services team, specialising in Water Projects; including water...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Group 1 Automotive UK Full time

    **Group**_1 _**Automotive** Toyota Sales Controller £65,000 OTE Uncapped Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Can you deliver world class customer service? If the answer is yes to the above then we want to hear from you! Our hugely successful and newly refurbished Toyota Dealership in...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time

    The Medical Education Department is responsible for developing, managing and delivering a range of high quality and cost effective medical educational services within the Trust to specifications required by the General Medical Council, Health Education Kent Surrey & Sussex, associated Medical Schools and the Trust’s strategic and operational...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom CFP JOBS Full time

    Independent Financial Adviser - Maidstone and surrounding areas.Our client is looking for like-minded financial advisers to join them. Be part of a progressive and client-focused, financial planning-led wealth management firm as an employed adviser.In this role, you will understand your clients current and future financial goals and formulate easy to...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone Borough Council Full time

    Job reference 001801 Date posted 22/02/2023 Application closing date 03/04/2023 Location Maidstone Salary Grade 7 £25,856 - £27,585 Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Housing Attachments Blank Job description - About the Role: Here at, Maidstone Borough Council we are expanding our Housing Management...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Michigan School Public Relations Association Full time

    Position Details Educational Technology Consultant Kent ISD Full time, 260 day year-round position Non-Union Professional, Grade 7 The Educational Technology Consultant will assist administrators and staff in integrating appropriate and innovative technologies to support, enhance, and extend learning. The Educational Technology Consultant will work...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone Borough Council Full time

    Job reference 001878 Date posted 05/09/2023 Application closing date 27/09/2023 Location Maidstone Salary £22,160 - £23,218 per annum (Grade 5) Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Housing Attachments Blank Job description - About the Role: We have an exciting opportunity at our central Community Hub in...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Michigan School Public Relations Association Full time

    Position Details Director of Student Services Kent ISD Full time, 260 day year-round position Non-Union Professional, Grade 10 Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Designated Programming:  Low-Incidence Programming and Services, Itinerant Services, Special Populations (multi-language learners/McKinney Vento) School Based...