Senior Finance Manager (Commercial)

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. 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. 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! 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. Day-to-Day Financial Management 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 Assisting with Corporation Tax filings to ensure all statutory requirements are met Banking and Cash Flow Managing online banking, including setting up BACS payments Financial Accounting and Reporting Understanding accounting principles to ensure all records are up to date and correct Managing and supporting our part-time bookkeeping assistant to ensure smooth daily operations Identifying areas for financial process improvements and system optimisation 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 CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent) required, along with strong practical experience in a finance management role 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 In-depth understanding of UK tax law, VAT submissions, and HMRC regulations Previous experience managing a small finance team or assistant Comfortable with being hands-on in all aspects of financial operations Ability to solve finance issues, streamline processes and provide financial insights Ability to clearly explain financial data and concepts to non-finance colleagues and management Current Financial Setup: Our financial operations are already neat, tidy, and well-organised, but we’re always looking to improve. Flexible Working: Approx. 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 Additional pay: ~ Quarterly bonus Company pension Free parking On-site parking Monday to Friday