Our client (travel industry) is looking for a Finance manager on a part time basis (3 days per week), to take sole responsibility for the accounting function of their business. This role will be remote working during the pandemic

The successful candidate will have good all round accounting experience and be fully conversant with TOMS. The role is newly created, from bringing the accounts in-house. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with a growing company in a broad scope role.

This role will cover the entire finance function with external assistance coming from overseas accountants and TOMS Specialists, where required. The main day to day tasks are:

• Payments and reconciliations
• Monthly management accounts
• Xero management ( invoices posted by budget owners)
• Budget overviewing and forecasting
• VAT returns
• Year End Accounts
• Event bar finance management
• Coordinating with overseas accountants 
• Coordinating with TOMS specialist

• Part qual/qual accountant ( AAT,ACCA,CIMA,ACA) with a minimum of five years accounting experience
• Good understanding of TOMS ( Tour Operators Margin Scheme)
• Good knowledge of Xero
• Strong Excel skills are essential
• Previous experience within travel or events is essential
• Ability to work as the sole accountant for the business