Finance / Office Manager

Company Overview Recruiting for a construction company based in Accrington, who are looking for a highly organised and experienced Finance professional to join their close-knit team on a permanent basis. You will be a key part of our finance department, providing essential support to ensure the smooth and accurate running of accounts.

Key Responsibilities With a strong focus on the subcontract ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within the construction industry and be proficient in dealing with the unique financial aspects of this sector, including the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and Subcontract Ledger Management Maintain the subcontractor ledger, ensuring all accounts are accurate and up to date. Process subcontractor payment applications and invoices in a timely manner on to Eque 2/Sage Verify compliance with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), including setting up new subcontractors and processing CIS deductions. Retention reports from Sage/Eque 2 Subcontractor insurance checks. Prepare and reconcile subcontractor statements monthly. Resolve queries from subcontractors regarding payment and billing. Purchase Ledger Management Record and process purchase invoices, correctly coding them to the appropriate ledgers. Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes to verify accuracy. Reconcile supplier statements on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies. Process weekly BACS payment runs for suppliers and subcontractors. Manage supplier relationships and handle payment queries effectively. Payroll Processing Assist with the processing of weekly and/or monthly payroll for both site-based and office staff. Input timesheet data and other relevant information into the payroll system. Mileage and expenses calculations P11D, P60, VAT and HMRC returns Calculate and process statutory deductions, such as PAYE and National Insurance. Handle payroll queries from employees. General Accounts Administration Process expense claims and credit card statements. Generate project cost reports using Eque 2 Assist with month-end close procedures and reconciliations. Support the wider finance and management team with ad-hoc reporting and administrative tasks. Maintain organized financial records, both physical and digital.

Skills and Experience Proven experience as an Account Administrator or similar role within the construction industry. Demonstrable experience managing subcontract ledgers, purchase ledgers, and processing payroll. Solid understanding of CIS regulations. Reverse charge VAT for both Client and subcontractor payments. Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy with numerical data. Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Experience in a small/medium-sized construction enterprise environment.

Benefits £40,000 salary depending on experience and working hours 26 days annual leave plus bank 5% pension scheme Free on-site parking Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk