CIS Compliance Specialist - HMRC Expert & Returns

Workman; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Discretionary annual bonus

Healthcare

Life insurance

Wellness programme

Birthday day off

Job summary

Workman is seeking a CIS Specialist for our Swindon office with occasional travel to Bristol. You will manage CIS administration, ensure HMRC submissions are accurate, and advise internal teams on CIS and VAT rules.

The role involves strong collaboration across Finance, Property Management and Surveying to improve compliance and processes. You will be the CIS subject matter expert, maintaining records, auditing trails and ensuring statutory deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a specialist CIS role.
• Strong working knowledge of the UK Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and HMRC requirements.
• Experience preparing and submitting monthly CIS returns.
• Knowledge of the VAT Domestic Reverse Charge for construction services.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing Purchase Orders, Contracts and approved supplier invoices to determine whether the CIS applies.
• Verifying subcontractor registration status with HMRC and maintaining accurate CIS records.
• Ensuring the correct CIS tax treatment is applied in accordance with HMRC legislation.
• Preparing and submitting monthly CIS returns within statutory deadlines.
• Producing and distributing monthly CIS deduction and payment statements.
• Providing advice and guidance to internal teams on CIS legislation and the VAT Domestic Reverse Charge.
• Reviewing subcontractor records to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Maintaining accurate audit trails and supporting documentation for all CIS activity.
• Monitoring legislative changes and implementing process updates where required.
• Supporting internal and external audits relating to CIS compliance.
• Producing management information and compliance reports as required.
• Working with Finance, Property Management and Surveying teams to improve CIS processes and ensure legislative compliance.
• Undertaking any other duties required to support the smooth running of the Finance function.

Skills

CIS knowledge

HMRC compliance

Monthly CIS returns

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Workman is seeking a CIS Specialist for our Swindon office with occasional travel to Bristol. You will manage CIS administration, ensure HMRC submissions are accurate, and advise internal teams on CIS and VAT rules.

The role involves strong collaboration across Finance, Property Management and Surveying to improve compliance and processes. You will be the CIS subject matter expert, maintaining records, auditing trails and ensuring statutory deadlines are met.