Alphatrack Systems are seeking a meticulous and proactive Costing Administrator to join our dynamic Business Services team in Harlow. The team pride themselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high-quality standards in everything they do.
As a Costing Administrator, you will be the crucial link between the service desk, engineers, and clients, ensuring all job reports are client-friendly and processed correctly. Your responsibilities will include job costing across various contracts, invoice checking and approvals, and profitability analysis. You will also support the team in improving processes to drive revenue and decrease costs.
If you have a knack for numbers, a keen eye for detail, and excel in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!
Are you the right person for the job?
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Strong PC skills, particularly in Excel
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
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Calm, clear, and focused under pressure
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Assertiveness in dealing with complex situations
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Strong organizational and planning abilities
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail
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Knowledge of Tesseract, Compleat, and Sage is advantageous
What will your role look like?
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Execute job costing across all contracts according to agreed rates
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Check and approve invoices from subcontractors and suppliers
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Conduct quality assurance for job costings
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Analyse profitability across contracts to ensure efficiency
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Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvements
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Prepare customer valuations within contracted timescales
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Develop and maintain relationships with internal teams, customers, and third-party suppliers
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Issue costs to clients via invoices, ensuring accuracy for timely payments
What can you expect in return?
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On the job training by experienced staff
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6-month probation
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AE pension after 3 months
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28 days annual leave inc. bank holidays
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Birthday leave after probation
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Healthcare cash plan after probation, with additional benefits
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Remote working on rota basis after probation – at the discretion of the company
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On-site parking
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Equipped kitchen facilities
Please note that this role is subject to 5 years referencing, successful DBS & credit check and a valid right to work in the UK