Finance Manager / Accounts Manager
Full-Time | Permanent
About
IQ Glass Solutions is a leading specialist glazing company delivering high-end architectural glazing solutions across luxury residential and commercial projects throughout the UK. Renowned for innovation, technical expertise, and exceptional project delivery, we work alongside architects, developers, and contractors on some of the most prestigious glazing projects in the industry.
As the business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager / Accounts Manager to oversee the finance function and support the senior leadership team.
The Role
This is a key position within the business, responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the company while supporting project performance, commercial reporting, and strategic financial planning.
The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience within construction, glazing, façade, or specialist subcontracting environments and be comfortable operating within a fast-paced project-led business.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the company’s daily finance and accounting operations
* Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
* Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting
* Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control functions
* Manage CIS administration and subcontractor payments
* Prepare VAT returns and support year-end accounts preparation
* Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements
* Monitor project costs, applications, valuations, retentions, and profitability
* Support commercial and operational teams with financial reporting and analysis
* Manage payroll and pension administration
* Liaise with external accountants, auditors, suppliers, and HMRC
* Maintain and improve financial systems, controls, and processes
* Provide financial insight and support to company directors
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Accounts Manager, or senior finance role
* Previous experience within construction, glazing, façade, or specialist subcontracting sectors
* Strong understanding of CIS, VAT, retention accounting, and construction finance processes
* Experience using Sage, Xero, or similar accounting software
* Excellent Excel and reporting skills
* Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities within a project-led environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
* AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified / part-qualified
* Experience within architectural glazing, curtain walling, or aluminium systems
* Knowledge of applications for payment, contract valuations, and project accounting
* Experience supporting operational and commercial project teams
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package dependent on experience
* Company pension
* Career progression opportunities within a growing specialist contractor
* Opportunity to work on prestigious architectural glazing projects across the UK
* Exposure to all aspects of accounting and finance management