Our client is an Engineering business that are looking for a part time Finance Manager / Senior Bookkeeper to join the business (approx £1.5m turnover). 

This is a sole charge role (including all transaction processing) and the plan is to bring the finance function (currently outsourced) back in house, which will also involve setting up a new system in Xero or Sage. There is the possibility for a full time position which would involve splitting the time between the PE owner and the business for the right candidate.

It is estimated that the role will be required for 2-3 days per week and involves hybrid working.

• Manage all financial and accounting functions
• Monthly Management Accounts
• Responsible for and oversee Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Payroll.
• Maintain Sales Ledger including producing sales invoices
• Cash management
• Prepare budgets and projections as required
• Interim & annual tax payment by statutory deadlines
• VAT Reconciliation, returns & payment before deadline
• Bank liaison
• Companies House returns
• Preparation of end-of-year accounts for audit
• Other similar office routines as required from time to time.

• Qualified CIMA/ ACCA / AAT preferred
• Experience in a similar role
• Very hands on
• Strong accounting experience
• Excellent communication skills.
• High numeracy and sound technical skills
• Problem-solving skills and initiative.