Construction Bookkeeper & CIS Finance Lead

Teach Now Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited, an established building contractor, is seeking a Construction Bookkeeper/Finance & CIS Administrator in Hertfordshire. The role covers day-to-day bookkeeping, CIS admin and finance processes, reporting to the Managing Director and external accountants.

You will maintain records, submit CIS/CIS returns, and help with VAT, payroll data, and financial reporting, while working office-based in Letchworth Garden City.

Qualifications

• Strong bookkeeping experience within a UK business.
• Good working knowledge of CIS and VAT.
• Confidence using Xero and Dext.
• Experience managing subcontractor payments and reconciliations.
• Excellent accuracy, organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns.
• Maintain subcontractor records, deductions and payment statements.
• Prepare VAT returns and support VAT compliance.
• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero and Dext.
• Complete bank, supplier and subcontractor reconciliations.
• Process supplier invoices and payment runs.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers.
• Manage credit control and monitor outstanding invoices.
• Provide payroll information when required.
• Maintain accurate records of retentions and construction-related payments.
• Produce basic financial reports for management.
• Liaise with external accountants regarding financial records and year-end accounts.
• Assist with general finance and office administration when required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

CIS knowledge

VAT knowledge

Attention to detail

Independence

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Teach Now Limited, an established building contractor, is seeking a Construction Bookkeeper/Finance & CIS Administrator in Hertfordshire. The role covers day-to-day bookkeeping, CIS admin and finance processes, reporting to the Managing Director and external accountants.

You will maintain records, submit CIS/CIS returns, and help with VAT, payroll data, and financial reporting, while working office-based in Letchworth Garden City.