Your newpanyBased in South Lanarkshire, our client is recruiting for a Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are typically 8am -, but there is real flexibility offered with start and finish times. The organisation offers hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home done typically, but again, there is flexibility on this. The offices can be accessed by local public transport and there is also on-site parking.Your new roleThis is a newly created role offering the opportunity to take ownership of thepany’s day-to-day finance operations. Historically, bookkeeping and accounts preparation have been managed externally, with recent changes prompting the business to bring these responsibilities in-house. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate, up-to-date financial records and acting as the central point of contact for the external accountants, who will remain responsible for final accounts sign-off. This position offers genuine scope to shape processes, improve systems, and grow alongside the business.Key Responsibilities
1. Collate and prepare all financial information for submission to external accountants
2. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across the business
3. Manage CIS returns and subcontractor payments
4. Oversee supplier management and process payment runs
5. Process and manage payroll for circa 20 PAYE employees, ensuringpliance
6. Support wider workforce administration (circa 120 including subcontractors)
7. Prepare and submit VAT returns
8. Produce regular financial reporting for the Director
9. Conduct cost analysis, working closely with the Transport Manager
10. Ensure ongoing payroll and financialpliance
What you'll need to succeed
11. Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping or finance coordination role
12. Strong knowledge of CIS and subcontractor accounting (essential)
13. Experience managing payroll and supplier payments
14. Confident in preparing VAT returns and supporting reporting processes
15. Highly organised with strong attention to detail
16. Proactive mindset with the ability to improve and streamline systems
What you'll get in return
17. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment
18. The opportunity to shape and develop a finance function from within
19. Exposure to all areas of finance in a growing business
20. Genuine opportunity for progression as themercial team expands