Three Bridges Recruitment
Interim Accountant
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Three Bridges Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established construction business to recruit an Accountant on an interim basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong background in the construction sector to join a successful and growing business. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls while providing commercial insight to support operational decision-making.
This role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong understanding of construction finance, including CIS, VAT and project-related financial processes.
Why Work Here?
- Join a successful and growing construction business
- Opportunity to lead the finance function
- Varied and hands-on role with broad responsibility
- Key position supporting senior management and operational teams
- Opportunity to influence commercial decision-making
- Stable business with long-term growth plans
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
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The role of Accountant will give you the opportunity to:
- Lead the day-to-day finance function
- Manage all CIS processes, including subcontractor verification, deductions and monthly returns
- Oversee VAT reporting and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements
- Manage payroll, including construction-specific payroll processes
- Oversee invoicing, applications for payment and revenue recognition
- Monitor cash flow, working capital and financial forecasts
- Manage subcontractor and supplier payment processes
- Prepare statutory and HMRC reporting accurately and on time
- Produce management information to support business performance
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
- Provide commercial insight to support operational and project decision-making
- Maintain strong financial controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
You
As Accountant, you will ideally possess the following:
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- Previous experience in the construction sector
- Strong knowledge of CIS, VAT and construction-specific financial compliance
- Experience managing payroll, invoicing, cash flow and subcontractor payments
- Excellent understanding of HMRC reporting requirements
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Experience producing management accounts and financial reports
- Ability to work independently while supporting wider business objectives
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
- Proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach
At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" and "relatability". We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this opportunity is the right fit for you.
Should this role be of interest, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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