Finance Controller - Part Time (3 Days per Week)

Finance Controller – Part Time (3 Days per Week)
Location: Broughton / Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £55,000 pro rata, depending on experience

Howard James Recruitment are working with an exciting and rapidly growing technology-led business to recruit an experienced Finance Controller. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking for a broad and hands-on role within an innovative and fast-paced environment.

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in supporting strategic growth plans. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role, covering everything from day-to-day finance operations through to board reporting, forecasting and financial planning.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

Bookkeeping & Day-to-Day Finance

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Managing day-to-day accounting processes using Xero, including invoicing, supplier payments, expenses and reconciliations

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Overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes

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Managing expenses and company card processes

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Processing payroll and liaising with external payroll providers

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Maintaining accurate financial records and controls

Management Accounts & Reporting

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Running month-end processes including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations

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Producing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting

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Providing variance analysis against budgets and previous periods

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Maintaining a clean and accurate trial balance

Financial Planning & Business Support

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Producing board and management reporting packs

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Supporting cash flow forecasting and financial modelling

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Assisting with strategic decision-making by providing financial insight and analysis

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Supporting fundraising activities and investor reporting where required

Compliance & Financial Controls

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Supporting year-end audit and statutory reporting processes

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Managing VAT returns, corporation tax and external advisor relationships

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Ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements

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Reviewing and improving financial systems, controls and processes

About You

We are looking for someone who can combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness.

You will ideally have:

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ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification

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3–7 years post-qualified experience

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Experience producing management accounts and managing month-end processes

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Strong understanding of reconciliations, VAT and financial controls

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Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills

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Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders

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Previous experience using Xero would be advantageous

Desirable Experience

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Experience working within a growing SME, technology or start-up environment

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Experience supporting grant claims or R&D tax processes

Package

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Part-time role – 3 days per week, with potential to increase to full time in the future

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Hybrid working available

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25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)

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Pension scheme

If you are looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can make a real impact and help shape a growing finance function, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration