Subcontractor Payments Team Leader

OCU; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU is seeking a detail-driven Subcontractor Payments Team Leader based in Stockport to join their high-performing Finance team. This brand-new role involves managing a team to ensure timely payments, compliance with regulations, and driving process improvements. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, a strong understanding of CIS, and excellent leadership skills.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing accounts payable with a focus on subcontractor payments.
• Deep understanding of HMRC Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) required.
• Strong proficiency in finance systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in delivering accurate subcontractor payments.
• Coordinate payment runs and resolve complex queries.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC CIS and internal finance policies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Process Improvement

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

5+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable roles

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Excel

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Are you a detail-driven accounts professional with a knack for leadership, problem solving, and process improvement?

Stockport (Office based)

Progression + competitive Salary

Are you a detail-driven accounts professional with a knack for leadership, problem solving, and process improvement?

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Subcontractor Payments Team Leader to join our high-performing Finance team. This is a brand-new position, created as part of our evolving team structure to support the exciting growth of our business.

You will work closely with the Subcontractor Payments Manager to coordinate the team, lead on process improvements, ensure timely payments, and maintain compliance with CIS and internal controls. If you're motivated by accuracy, team development, and adding value – this could be your perfect next step.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead a growing team (approx. 4) in delivering accurate and timely subcontractor payments
• Coordinate payment runs, invoice reviews, and complex transactions
• Maintain compliance with HMRC CIS and internal finance policies
• Resolve complex queries, working across teams and external subcontractors
• Monitor KPIs, drive performance, and promote a high-performing culture
• Manage regular 1:1s and support personal development of your team
• Work on process automation and digitalisation alongside Finance Systems
• Assist with month-end close, cost allocations, and audit support
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience in high-volume Accounts Payable roles
• Deep understanding of HMRC Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
• Proficiency in finance systems – Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O is a bonus
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Meticulous attention to detail with a solution-focused mindset
• Excellent communicator and confident stakeholder manager
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and drive improvements
• Passion for process, compliance, and operational excellence
  
  

At OCU, we don’t just participate in the infrastructure market – we lead it.

With an end-to-end engineering capability across utilities, digital, and energy markets, we are trusted by some of the UK’s most prominent power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients. We deliver complex solutions safely, efficiently, and at scale – and we’re growing fast.

As we continue our rapid expansion, we’re looking for talented, passionate people to join us in delivering the future of infrastructure.

Ready to lead a critical function in a company that’s shaping the future of infrastructure?

Apply now and bring your leadership, precision, and passion to OCU. Let’s build something remarkable – together.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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