Finance Manager

Our Client are a fast growing, Commercial Offices Fit Out & Refurbishment specialist contractor based in the City of London. They have an excellent board of directors who have 20+ years experience within the London market. To support their continued expansion, they are looking for a Finance Manager to take full ownership of their finance function.

Overview:

To ensure all financial liabilities are accurately recorded and managed in line with established policies and processes, contributing to effective cash flow management and reliable financial reporting. The role also plays a critical part in maintaining strong relationships with the supply chain to protect the company's creditworthiness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Review and process payment batches, ensuring accuracy and appropriate application of CIS deductions and Domestic Reverse Charge where relevant.

* Update daily cash flow with subcontractor certificate values.

* Verify new subcontractor and ganger information, ensuring CIS tax status is accurate.

* Manage creditors and debtors to support effective cash flow management.

* Allocate all payments appropriately and maintain accurate ledgers.

* Provide subcontractors with remittance advices and purchase certificates.

* Review and approve monthly staff expenses.

* Support the production of monthly management accounts.

* Maintain a structured and compliant filing system.

* Plan and execute effective, organised work schedules.

* Carry out ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Head of Finance.

* Contribute to departmental development through recommending and maintaining financial policies and processes.

* Stay informed on changes in tax legislation relevant to the business.

KEY EXTERNAL CONTACTS

* Subcontractors and gangers

* Suppliers and external service providers

* HMRC (in relation to tax compliance and CIS matters)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

* Prior experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role, preferably within construction or subcontractor-heavy industries.

* Demonstrable understanding of CIS and Domestic Reverse Charge procedures.

* Experience with creditor and debtor management