Finance Controller

Urgently seeking a Part Time Finance Controller to work 3 days a week 

Financial Controller   £30,000k ( pro rata salary of £50k) – 3 days per week (Tues – Fri)

As Financial Controller you will oversee the company’s accounting and financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with business objectives. This role involves maintaining financial integrity, advising directors on taxation and cashflow, and guiding the business with sound financial and operational practices. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of payroll, digital taxation (MTD), HR and compliance, credit control, and general business management, alongside strong IT, and back-office systems knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

  • Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cashflow statements.
  • Maintain the integrity of financial data through strong internal controls and reconciliation processes.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory frameworks.

Payroll, HR & Compliance

  • Manage all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to current payroll legislation.
  • Oversee HR-related compliance, including statutory reporting, pension obligations, and employee benefits.
  • Keep up to date with employment and payroll legislation, advising directors and staff accordingly.

MTD & Taxation

  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements and digital taxation systems.
  • Advise and guide the business and directors on current tax regulations, company tax compliance, and director-related obligations.
  • Liaise with HMRC and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate submissions and adherence to all digital reporting standards.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cashflow

  • Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and regular cashflow projections.
  • Provide strategic insight into cashflow management and working capital optimisation.
  • Support directors with financial planning and funding decisions.

Credit Control

  • Oversee credit control processes to ensure timely collection of debts and effective cashflow management.
  • Develop and monitor credit policies and procedures to minimise bad debt risk.
  • Maintain strong relationships with customers while enforcing appropriate credit terms.

Systems, Processes & IT

  • Maintain and enhance back-office systems, ensuring efficiency and reliability in financial and operational data management.
  • Leverage IT tools to automate reporting, improve data accuracy, and streamline workflows.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

Strategic & Business Support

  • Partner with directors to provide commercial insight, financial guidance, and general business advice.
  • Apply sound, sensible business practices (not limited to the property sector) to support operational and strategic decision-making.
  • Assist in developing long-term financial strategies that align with business growth objectives.

Audit & External Relationships

  • Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process.
  • Manage relationships with banks, tax advisors, and other financial partners.

This role would suit a Qualified By Experience Financial Controller looking for work life balance as only 3 days a week. 

Reed £50,000 per annum, pro-rata Ottershaw