Finance Manager – Construction & Subcontracting Growth

Kenna Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenna Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing commercial offices fit-out and refurbishment contractor in the City of London. The role takes full ownership of the finance function and supports cash flow management and financial reporting.

The candidate will review payments, manage CIS deductions, maintain ledgers, and assist in monthly management accounts while ensuring compliance with tax legislation.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

CIS tax procedures

Cash flow management

Accounts payable/receivable

Job description

Kenna Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing commercial offices fit-out and refurbishment contractor in the City of London. The role takes full ownership of the finance function and supports cash flow management and financial reporting.

The candidate will review payments, manage CIS deductions, maintain ledgers, and assist in monthly management accounts while ensuring compliance with tax legislation.