Subcontractor Payments Senior

OCU; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

On-site gym

Job summary

OCUGROUP in Stockport is seeking an experienced Subcontractor Payments Senior to join our growing Finance team. You will coordinate a team, ensuring accurate, compliant subcontractor payments, ledgers and related reconciliations.

You will support the Subcontractor Payments Manager, guide Administrators and drive continuous improvements within CIS, VAT, and payment processes while collaborating with Procurement and Operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with HMRC CIS and subcontractor payments.
• Strong knowledge of Domestic Reverse Charge VAT as it applies to subcontractors.
• Background in accounts payable or purchase ledger with reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to supervise, guide colleagues and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day Subcontractor Payments Team operations, including processing payments and invoices.
• Provide guidance to Subcontractor Payment Administrators to maintain quality and deadlines.
• Review team invoices and payment runs for accuracy and compliance with CIS and controls.
• Investigate complex payment/certificate queries and escalate when needed.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and internal stakeholders; resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance and Operations to improve processes.
• Regularly review procedures and systems for efficiencies.

Skills

HMRC CIS

Domestic Reverse Charge VAT

Accounts payable

Microsoft Excel

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Team supervision

Process improvement

Tools

D365 F&O

Payapps

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Subcontractor Payments Senior to join our growing Finance team in Stockport.

Department: Group Services

Location: Stockport

Description

We are looking for an experienced Subcontractor Payments Senior to join our growing Finance team in Stockport.

Supporting the Subcontractor Payments Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating the team’s workload and ensuring the accurate, efficient and compliant processing of subcontractor applications, certificates and payments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong CIS and accounts payable experience who is ready to take on a senior position, provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to the continued improvement of our processes and systems.

Based in our incredible new Stockport offices, you’ll also have access to on-site parking and an on-site gym.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Subcontractor Payments Team, including processing subcontractor applications for payment and invoices, creating and matching subcontractor orders, and reconciling subcontractor statements.
• Support and provide guidance to Subcontractor Payment Administrators, helping ensure high-quality work and adherence to deadlines.
• Review invoices and payment runs prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with HMRC CIS requirements, company policies, internal controls and accounting standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex payment and certificate queries, escalating issues to management where required.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and internal stakeholders, resolving queries and disputes effectively.
• Work collaboratively with Procurement, Finance and Operations to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Continually review procedures and systems, identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement.
• Support month-end and year-end activities, including accruals, reconciliations and reporting.
• Keep up to date with changes to HMRC CIS guidance, accounting regulations and industry best practice.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external auditors, providing information and documentation as required.
• Support wider Finance projects and initiatives, providing financial expertise and insight.

What you'll bring

• Extensive knowledge and experience of HMRC’s Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
• Strong understanding of Domestic Reverse Charge VAT and its application to subcontractor payments.
• Strong experience within accounts payable, purchase ledger or subcontractor payments.
• Experience using accounting software and finance systems, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to accurately review large volumes of financial information.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence working with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting or guiding colleagues within a finance environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach, with a willingness to adapt to change and embrace new processes and technologies.

Desirable

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O).
• Experience using the Payapps subcontractor payment system.
• Experience mentoring or supporting the development of team members.
• Previous experience working within the construction, utilities or infrastructure sector.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing [e-mail].