Job Description

- Financial Admin Accountant

Company: William Hynes Group

Location: Gateshead

Contract Type: Full-time

Reports To: Managing Director

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About William Hynes Group

William Hynes Group is a fast-growing, multi-disciplinary business delivering large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects. With operations spanning construction, utilities, procurement, and investment, the Group is expanding rapidly and requires a highly capable Financial Admin Accountant to oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensure compliance, and manage a team of administrators in supporting the Group's finance function.

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Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and proactive Financial Admin Accountant -- someone with both technical accountancy skills and strong organisational ability. This role is hands-on, covering everything from weekly payroll and VAT returns to CIS submissions and supplier management. The successful candidate will also supervise a small team of administrators, ensuring smooth and accurate processing across all financial operations.

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Key Responsibilities

Financial Management Manage all aspects of the Group's accounting processes (AP, AR, payroll, journals, reconciliations). Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns in line with HMRC requirements. Oversee weekly payroll for all staff (including office, site, and subcontractors). Manage cash flow reporting and provide regular updates to senior management. Maintain accurate ledgers, ensuring all entries are correctly coded and allocated. Administrative Oversight Lead and support a team of administrators handling invoices, timesheets, and expenses. Ensure compliance with internal processes, audits, and quality checks. Coordinate supplier statements, credit control, and payment runs. Reporting & Compliance Produce monthly management accounts and assist with year-end preparation. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and HMRC. Maintain compliance across financial regulations, tax submissions, and CIS schemes. Implement best practice processes for document control and financial governance. Business Support Provide financial insights and analysis to support project delivery and decision-making. Work closely with project managers and directors on site-related financial tracking. Assist in tender support and project costing where required.
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Requirements

Proven experience as an Accountant, Financial Controller, or Senior Finance Admin. Strong knowledge of VAT, CIS, PAYE, and HMRC compliance. Confident with weekly payroll and high-volume supplier/subcontractor payments. Excellent IT skills (Excel, accounting software such as Sage/Xero/QuickBooks). Strong communication and leadership skills to manage and develop an admin team. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
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What We Offer

Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Weekly pay structure (reflecting our company-wide payroll schedule). Opportunity to play a central role in a rapidly expanding business. Career development and progression within the William Hynes Group. Supportive team environment, working closely with senior leadership.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person