Finance Controller / Finance Manager – Part-Time (Approx. 20 Hours/Week)
We’re looking for a hands-on Finance Controller / Manager to join our small, friendly team and help us drive our business forward.
About Us:
We are an exciting marketing business with a turnover approaching £5 million and a clear vision for future growth. Based in modern, smart offices in Fforest-Fach, Swansea, our team of 22 passionate people value working together in a positive and supportive environment. We live by our core values: Caring, Motivated, and Genuine, and we believe in making sure every team member is valued and appreciated.
If you’re looking to work part-time in a small friendly team where your skills will be recognised and your input truly matters, this could be the perfect role for you!
The Role:
We need a hands-on Finance Controller / Manager who will manage all aspects of our financial operations and oversee our part-time bookkeeper. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our growing business, from managing our accounts to liaising with external accountants.
Our current financial setup is well-organised, but there’s plenty of opportunity to develop processes and make them even more efficient. This is a part-time, office-based role (approx. 24 hours per week), with flexible hours that could work within school hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-Day Financial Management
- Full use of Sage 50 for all functions, including:
- Ledger entry
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts payable/receivable
- Producing custom reports with Sage Report Designer and exporting data for Excel analysis
- Maintaining data integrity and troubleshooting as needed, with Sage Support assistance
- Advanced Excel Expertise
- Working with Excel for:
- Data modelling
- Pivot tables
- VLOOKUP functions
- Statutory Compliance
- Managing HMRC reporting
- Submitting VAT returns via Sage, including EU VAT
- Assisting with Corporation Tax filings to ensure all statutory requirements are met
- Banking and Cash Flow
- Managing online banking, including setting up BACS payments
- Overseeing basic cash flow management, monitoring and reporting
- Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Working closely with external accountants to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Understanding accounting principles to ensure all records are up to date and correct
- Team Management
- Managing and supporting our part-time bookkeeping assistant to ensure smooth daily operations
- Prioritising tasks effectively within the team
- Process Improvement and Efficiency
- Identifying areas for financial process improvements and system optimisation
- Introducing automation where possible to increase efficiency
- Management Accounting
- Experience and expertise in preparing monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, cash flow statements, variance analysis and financial KPI analysis statements
- Budgeting and forecasting, developing financial plans and forecasts
Skills and Experience Required:
- Qualifications:
- CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent) required, along with strong practical experience in a finance management role
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a hands-on finance role, ideally in an SME
- Financial Systems:
- Strong proficiency with Sage 50 and Excel, particularly with data modelling and analysis
- Familiarity with improving financial workflows and introducing automation is a plus
- Statutory Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of UK tax law, VAT submissions, and HMRC regulations
- Team Leadership:
- Previous experience managing a small finance team or assistant
- Comfortable with being hands-on in all aspects of financial operations
- Problem-Solving Ability:
- Ability to solve finance issues, streamline processes and provide financial insights
- Communication Skills:
- Ability to clearly explain financial data and concepts to non-finance colleagues and management
- Personal Attributes:
- Detail-oriented, organised, and capable of working independently within a small team
- Someone who shares our values of being Caring, Motivated, and Genuine
Current Financial Setup:
Our financial operations are already neat, tidy, and well-organised, but we’re always looking to improve. We need someone who can build on what’s in place and find ways to make processes even more efficient and effective.
What We Offer:
- Flexible Working: Approx. 20 hours per week, ideally every day, with negotiable working times (including the possibility to work within school hours)
- Friendly Culture: We’re a small, close-knit team where everyone’s contributions are valued and appreciated
- Modern Workspace: You’ll work in our smart, organised office in Fforest-Fach, Swansea, with free, easy-access parking
- Perks: Free hot breakfast every Friday and a company bonus scheme once the probation period is completed
- Pay: Up to £42,000 (at full time rate) pro rata to hours worked, dependent on skills and experience
If you’re ready to take on a part-time role where you can make a real impact and help us grow, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £42,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week
Additional pay:
- Quarterly bonus
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person