Finance Manager

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Finance Controller / Manager to join a friendly, growing SME based in Swansea. This role is fully focused on finance, with the HR and Executive Assistant responsibilities removed. About the Role: You will take full responsibility for managing financial operations, including preparing monthly management accounts, overseeing a part-time bookkeeper, and working closely with external accountants. This is a key position with plenty of scope to improve processes and help drive the business forward. This postion offers a part-time for the right person with flexible working hours hours. We are open to discussing working patterns that suit you whether within school hours or spread across 3 to 5 regular days. Please note, this role is fully office-based in Swansea (no remote working). Candidate Essentials: Strong, hands-on finance experience within an SME environment Proficiency with Sage 50 (or Sage 100 with willingness to quickly adapt to Sage 50) Full responsibility for preparing monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, basic data modelling) Clear track record of role longevity Strong alignment with our core values: Caring, Motivated, Genuine Key Responsibilities: Day-to-day financial management including ledger entries, bank reconciliation, and accounts payable/receivable Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports VAT submissions and liaising with HMRC Managing online banking and cash flow monitoring Supporting external accountants with statutory compliance and filings Leading and supporting the part-time bookkeeper Identifying and implementing process improvements and automation Providing financial insights and supporting budgeting and forecasting Skills & Experience Required: CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified or equivalent Expert knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel (including data modelling and analysis) Strong statutory knowledge of UK tax and VAT regulations Proven ability to manage a small finance team Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Detail-oriented and able to work independently within a close-knit team What We Offer: Flexible part-time hours between 24 and 32 hours per week, with working patterns negotiable Friendly and supportive team environment in a modern office in Swansea (office-based only) Free, easy-access parking and a great workspace Perks including free breakfast Fridays and a discretionary company bonus after probation Salary up to 42,000 pro rata, depending on experience If you're motivated, caring, and genuine, and ready to take on a pivotal finance role within a supportive SME, we'd love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-06-14