Job Description

Job Summary

This is a newly created role arising to support the Financial Controller who has been promoted. It is based in the offices at Preston. The role will report to the James Mercer Group Head of Finance. This is an exciting time to join the business as James Mercer Group establishes new ways of working as part of Tendra Technical Services Group and a time where support is needed to realise growth opportunities.

Scope and Responsibilities

This is an important position being part of a team comprising the Head of Finance and 5 finance staff. This is hands on roles and it is expected that the person would support compliance, manage the reporting end to end, support finance improvements and support the James Mercer Group MD and the business as required. This role will carry the demands to make things happen quickly and also be given a high degree of autonomy to support change.

The key responsibilities include:

Preparation of the weekly and monthly reporting for review by the Head of Finance Preparation of WIP calculations and monthly sales and purchases reports Preparation of quarterly VAT returns Management of CIS scheme and RCV Maintain Subcontractor ledger PAYE submissions and compliance Production of annual accounts and liaising with external auditors Pensions Management Fixed Assets Assist Head of finance with supervision of Payroll, Credit Control, Purchase ledger and Sales Ledger There are several finance priorities including developing reporting that is suitable for PE investors, implementing a group-wide ERP system and establishing forecasting/budgeting processes. This person would support these as required
The right person will be an enthusiastic member of team, with an appetite to learn & develop, calm when under pressure whilst working in a changing environment, good communication, organised and have a strong work ethic.

Experience needed: -

5 years + of finance roles in industry

Worked in a fast paced & changing SME environment where deadline must be met

Knowledge of the construction industry would be desirable

PAYE/CIS/VAT including RCV experience would be desirable

Desire to learn and develop. This role could be a stepping stone to gain experience or there could be opportunities to progress within the Tendra Technical Services Group.

Salary and benefits

Competitive salary 45,000

Working from home 1 day / week (after a period of time to establish him/herself)

Pension Contribution of 5%

Private Healthcare

34 Days holiday (incl. public holidays)

The James Mercer Group Ltd is a specialist in Building Services Engineering

The James Mercer Group joined the Tendra Technical Services Group in November 2025. Tendra Technical Services Group is an alliance of businesses that perform facilities management services at our customers' buildings. Tendra Technical Services Group was established in September 2025 and has acquired its first 3 businesses over Q4 2025 and has ambitions to be a major business across the UK. Tendra Technical Services Group is supported and financed by Triton Partners, a well established Germany/UK private equity investor.

The James Mercer Group has facilities for the Design, Installation and Service and Maintenance of Heating, Plumbing, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems. The Company operates throughout North West England from its head office in Preston, Lancashire and its branch office in Liverpool.

The James Mercer Group Ltd was incorporated in 2000 but can trace its roots back to 1941. It is a privately owned third generation family business employing over 200 employees.

The Company carries out work for Private and Public Industry, Local Authorities, NHS Trusts and Educational Establishments.

For further information, visit: www.jamesmercergroup.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person