Finance Manager

Kenton Black Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dundee is looking for a Finance Manager to lead the financial operations and support business growth. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the construction sector, be well-versed in accounting practices, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This office-based role will involve overseeing financial management functions and ensuring compliance with various regulations. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance or administrative role within construction.
• Strong understanding of construction-related finance.
• Familiarity with HR, IT, and general business administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across all group companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with HMRC guidelines.
• Ensure statutory compliance and liaise with external accountants & HMRC.

Skills

Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Accounting software systems

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

Education

Relevant professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Based in Dundee, this established, growing construction Client have recently added further services to their group and require a talented Finance Manager to manage the day to day finances within head office. An office based role, working alongside the owners of the business. With a group turnover exceeding £9m they have further plans to grow this following new business ventures in the sector.

The growing group of companies operate across the construction sector. With operations spanning contracting, property development, refurbishment, and fit-out, this role will oversee both financial management and core administrative functions to support business growth and operational effectiveness.

Your new role as Finance Manager:

This is a hands-on leadership role, reporting directly to the Directors. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up their sleeves to get involved in the detail , from managing the day to day administration tasks, ledgers and credit control, you will also take the lead on reconciling monthly management accounts, troubleshooting HR queries, and supporting further process and procedural improvements.

Salary and Benefits on Offer:

The ideal candidate will be hands-on and technically astute producing month end accounts within a group structure. you will be responsible for leading month end activity, working with the Finance Director to manage the day to day financial activity for a multi-site operation. As finance Manager you will be comfortable handling large amounts of data, acting as a business partner, decision maker, and providing regular financial reporting.

• Lead the finance function across all group companies.
• Day to Day processing of financial transactions. Raising Customer Invoices. Goods Receipting; Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable; Fixed Assets; Purchase Orders
• Build and maintain solid working relationships with site managers and internal stakeholders, providing financial insight to enable decision making
• Fleet Management, assisting with tenders and preparing documents where required
• Maintain and reconcile purchase, sales, and general ledgers
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with HMRC guidelines
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage debtor/creditor ledgers
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Apply accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, and cut-off adjustments
• Extract & compile financial data from platforms Sage, Sage Payroll, Xero & EQUE2
• Ensuring compliance & Payroll processing – weekly & monthly. Processing Payroll Year End, ensuring compliance with current legislation. Processing & Payment of Expenses
• Managing and processing of Pension Scheme NEST, ensuring compliance & payments
• Good knowledge & understanding of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), ensuring compliance. Preparation of CIS returns
• VAT and Corporation Tax
• Intercompany transactions
• Communication with external Accountant/Tax Advisor as required
• Ensure statutory compliance and liaise with external accountants & HMRC
• Maintain robust financial controls and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Processing & Payments of Supplier & Subcontractors Invoices

Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

• Proven experience in a senior finance or administrative role, ideally within the construction or property sector.
• Strong understanding of construction-related finance including Payroll, CIS Tax Scheme including Deductions, DRC Tax, Sales Invoicing including cumulative invoicing and retention.
• Experience implementing or managing accounting software systems (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or ERP).
• Familiarity with HR, IT, property management, and general business administration.
• Hands-on, adaptable approach with a willingness to get involved wherever needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) desirable however experince in the sector will outweigh all elements.