Construction Credit Controller – East London

RG Setsquare; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RG Setsquare is seeking a Credit Controller for a construction-focused business in East London, serving projects around the London and M25 corridor. The role supports the accounting team and Finance Director with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate records and timely cash collection on contracts ranging from £2m to £12m.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in accounting or finance roles within construction, strong organisational skills, and the ability to collaborate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably in construction.
• Experience with double entry bookkeeping and payroll.
• Knowledge of CIS, IR35 and subcontractor payments.
• Familiarity with Sage 50 accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting department and Finance Director with day-to-day financial operations.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and timely reconciliations.
• Manage debt collection, credit control, and subcontractor payments.
• Perform payroll processing and banking reconciliation.
• Assist with IR35 and CIS compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Team collaboration

Payroll

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

RG Setsquare is seeking a Credit Controller for a construction-focused business in East London, serving projects around the London and M25 corridor. The role supports the accounting team and Finance Director with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate records and timely cash collection on contracts ranging from £2m to £12m.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in accounting or finance roles within construction, strong organisational skills, and the ability to collaborate