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

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

Overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes

Managing expenses and company card processes

Processing payroll and liaising with external payroll providers

Maintaining accurate financial records and controls

Management Accounts & Reporting

Running month-end processes including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations

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

Providing variance analysis against budgets and previous periods

Maintaining a clean and accurate trial balance

Financial Planning & Business Support

Producing board and management reporting packs

Supporting cash flow forecasting and financial modelling

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

Supporting fundraising activities and investor reporting where required

Compliance & Financial Controls

Supporting year-end audit and statutory reporting processes

Managing VAT returns, corporation tax and external advisor relationships

Ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements

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

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• 3–7 years post-qualified experience
• Experience producing management accounts and managing month-end processes
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, VAT and financial controls
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Previous experience using Xero would be advantageous
• Desirable Experience
• Experience working within a growing SME, technology or start-up environment
• Experience supporting grant claims or R&D tax processes
• Package
• Part-time role – 3 days per week, with potential to increase to full time in the future
• Hybrid working available
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• 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