Finance Manager – Part-Time

We are seeking a very ‘hands on’ Finance Manager to join our client who has been the governing body for the logistics sector for 80 years.

The successful applicant will be very hands on and involved in producing management reporting as well as completing the day-to-day accounting processes for the business. The objective of this role will be to ensure the financial success of the organisation through accurate and timely financial reporting and the development of well-managed processes.

This is a permanent position but there is also a requirement for someone on to start immediately on a 3-month contract basis.

The role is part-time working 3 or 4 days per week, 20 hours per week.

Salary and benefits:

• Up to £38,000 (pro-rata)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata – 14 days)
• Statutory Pension
• Discretionary bonus (up to 15%)
• This role will be largely home-based

Duties and responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management of the finance function
• Day to day financial transactions – oversee all cash flow movements including payments / bank reconciliations
• Debtor and creditor management and highlighting of risks
• Manage and co-ordinate quarterly and annual reporting, budgeting, and reforecast processes
• Monitor cash flow (risks / opportunities) and advise on investment strategy
• Manage all tax liabilities including calculation and payment of PAYE and VAT
• Payroll, monitoring of staff holidays, PAYE and completion of payroll journals and submission of information to HMRC
• Manage the annual membership renewal process – work with members to ensure that subscription fees are accurately invoiced
• Support the achievement of revenue targets from member subscriptions, tickets ales for events, advertising and other opportunities
• Liaise with auditors ensuring compliance
• Provide financial input into business strategies, decisions and commercial considerations – proactively look at opportunities to maximise revenue / reduce costs
• Work on ad-hoc project-based activities such as attending events to support the team and wider work
• Develop and oversee the organisations processes and policies in relation to managing finances and insurance procurement and investment policies.

Skills and experience required:

• CIMA / ACCA part qualified – QBE applicants with relevant experience will be considered
• Experience of working within a membership organisation desirable but not essential
• Good technical knowledge and experience of managing finances for a small organisation
• Highly analytical and numerate
• Knowledge of accountancy software with Xero desirable. Strong knowledge of Excel (Pivot tables / vlookups)
• Experience of working within a small finance team or a standalone FM role for an SME organisation
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and an interest in seeing the business develop
• Self-motivated and resourceful and able to work independently
• Flexible – there may be a need to support with UK events so the occasional overnight stay maybe required