Part Time Financial Controller

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Part Time Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function within a successful and growing SME book distributor. Working closely with the Directors, you will provide strategic financial oversight while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day management of the business's finances and operational support functions.

3 Days Per Week

The responsibilities of the Part Time Financial Controller include but are not limited to:

Financial Management

* Take overall responsibility for the company's finance function.

* Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts and reporting.

* Develop, monitor, and manage annual budgets.

* Provide management accounts and ad hoc financial reporting to Directors.

* Support strategic decision-making through commercial and financial analysis.

* Ensure robust financial controls and compliance processes are maintained.

Payroll & Accounting Operations

* Manage the payroll process through the company's external payroll provider.

* Supervise and support an experienced part-time finance team member.

* Provide hands-on operational support and holiday cover where required.

* Review and approve financial transactions and reconciliations.

* Oversee royalty calculations and payments.

Tax & Compliance

* Lead tax planning activities in line with current legislation.

* Liaise with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.

* Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance across financial activities.

Credit Control & Funding

* Monitor and oversee credit control processes.

* Take responsibility for the company's Creditsafe monitoring and reporting.

* Manage the invoice discounting facility and relationship with Bibby Financial Services.

* Monitor debtor performance and working capital requirements.

Commercial & Operational Support

* Oversee the management and review of commercial contracts.

* Support Directors with financial modelling, forecasting, and business planning.

HR & Health & Safety

* Oversee HR administration and employment-related processes.

* Ensure Health & Safety policies, procedures, and legislative requirements are implemented and maintained.

Skills, Experience & Key Candidate Attributes of the Part Time Financial Controller:

* CIMA Qualified (or equivalent experience).

* Proven experience in a senior accounting or finance management role.

* Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and management reporting.

* Experience liaising with auditors and external professional advisers.

* Understanding of payroll processes and tax planning.

* Experience managing credit control and debtor financing arrangements.

* Strong Excel and financial systems skills.

* Ability to work independently and provide practical commercial advice to Directors.

If you're an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys working closely with business leaders, thrives in a varied role, and wants to make a genuine impact on the future success of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to become a trusted member of the leadership team while benefiting from the flexibility of a part time position
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed