Finance Supervisor (Construction / Xero)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading construction company in Bolton is seeking an experienced Finance Supervisor to manage day-to-day finance operations. You will oversee all payments, administer payroll, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background in the construction or FM industry. This role offers excellent growth potential and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Growth Potential

Salary Progression

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in accounting within the construction or FM industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day finances ensuring efficient operations.
• Oversee all payments (incoming & outgoing).
• Manage finance inbox and resolve queries promptly.
• Chase overdue payments and maintain records.
• Administer payroll and ensure compliance.
• Manage purchase orders and issue invoices.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Produce financial reports for senior management.
• Ensure VAT, CIS, HMRC, and statutory obligations are met.

Skills

Accounting experience in construction or FM

Financial compliance knowledge

VAT and HMRC regulations

Job description

Finance Supervisor (Construction / Xero)

£35,000 - £40,000 DOE + Pension Scheme + Professional Development + Growth Potential + Salary Progression + Company Benefits

Greater Manchester

Are you an experienced accounting professional with a background in the building services or construction industries, looking to join a market-leading construction company offering professional development and a supportive working environment? Would you like to work for a genuinely friendly and supportive team where the business is growing month by month and year by year? On offer is a role for an experienced finance professional from the construction or hard FM industries looking to work in a positive culture where you will have a direct impact on the development of the business.

This company is a fast‑growing building maintenance provider, carrying out refurbishments and refits for major clients across the UK, including national racecourses, commercial shops, and sports stadiums.

In this varied role, you will lead and manage the day‑to‑day finance function, ensuring smooth financial processing, compliance, and accuracy.

The Role

• Coordinating the day‑to‑day finances, ensuring efficient operations
• Overseeing all payments (incoming & outgoing)
• Managing the finance inbox and resolving queries promptly
• Chasing overdue payments and maintaining records
• Administering payroll and ensuring compliance
• Managing purchase orders and issuing invoices
• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with financial regulations
• Producing financial reports for senior management
• Ensure VAT, CIS, HMRC, and statutory obligations are met

The Person

Experienced in accounting within the construction or FM industry.

Key facts: Reference Number: BBBH22608A

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.