Financial Controller; Part time

The Financial Controller will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency within the accounting and finance function. This key role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise.

This is a permanent opportunity within a small-sized organisation. The company is known for its focus on delivering quality services and maintaining robust financial operations.

• Manage daily cash flow, including bank monitoring, payments, and cashbook updates.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all systems are up to date.

• Prepare monthly payroll, journals, and reconciliations (including pensions and petty cash).
• Produce quarterly management accounts, VAT returns, and cashflow reports.
• Prepare draft annual accounts and liaise with external accountants to finalise.

• Ensure timely filing of tax returns, confirmation statements, and statutory reports.
• Manage VAT, corporation tax, and regulatory submissions (e.g., ONS, charity accounts).

• Work closely with the Managing Director and Board on financial matters and risk analysis.
• Attend board meetings and provide insight on cashflow, investments, and project risk.

• Reconcile rental income and maintain property‑related financial schedules.
• Review financial standing of prospective tenants and report findings.

• Oversee company administration, including Companies House updates and new entity setup.
• Liaise with external partners, bookkeeper, and investment managers.
• Support personal tax and financial matters for directors/shareholders when required.

• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., Sage) and financial reporting
• Experience with VAT, payroll, statutory accounts, and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage multiple entities and complex financial structures
• Strong analytical skills, particularly cashflow forecasting and risk assessment
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with directors and external stakeholders
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with ability to work independently
• Experience in property and/or investment environments desirable
• Willingness to support wider administrative and ad‑hoc financial tasks
• Cultural fit: dog lover essential

• 25 days of annual leave to maintain work‑life balance.
• Auto pension enrolment for secure financial planning.
• Access to a pool car for business‑related travel.
• On‑site parking for convenience.
• Standard working hours from 8:30am to 5:30pm.

If you are ready to take the next step as a Financial Controller, we encourage you to apply today!