Sub-Contractor Accounts Administrator

Subcontractor Finance Administrator (Temp to Perm Opportunity)
Location: Glasgow (Fully Office-Based)
Start: Immediate
Working Hours: 8am 4pm or 9am 5pm (1-hour break)

An established civil engineering business is looking to bring in an experienced Subcontractor Finance Administrator to support their accounts function during a busy period of growth. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident managing subcontractor payments and compliance, particularly within a CIS environment.

The position will begin on a temporary basis, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent after an initial 3 6 month period.

You ll play a key role in keeping subcontractor accounts accurate, compliant, and running smoothly. Working closely with both finance and operational teams, you ll be involved in the full lifecycle of subcontractor administration.

Key duties will include:

• Managing regular payment runs for subcontractors, ensuring calculations and deductions are correct
• Checking and confirming subcontractor status in line with CIS requirements
• Producing and issuing relevant payment and deduction documentation
• Coordinating the setup of new subcontractors, ensuring all necessary details and certifications are in place
• Keeping internal records and systems accurate and up to date
• Handling queries related to payments and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting month-end close activities and general finance reporting
• Liaising with internal departments and external subcontractors to maintain efficient processes
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and internal financial controls

• Previous experience in a similar role involving subcontractor payments or CIS administration
• Solid understanding of CIS processes and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with numerical data
• Comfortable using accounting or ERP systems (any mainstream package considered)
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Experience in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure environments
• Awareness of VAT considerations in subcontractor payments (including reverse charge)
• Exposure to purchase ledger or general accounts processes

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.