Job Description
Ipswich | 15 Hours Per Week | Office Based
An established Suffolk-based business is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function on a part-time basis.
Working closely with the wider business, this is a hands-on role that combines management reporting, transactional oversight and financial control. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of finance while providing accurate and timely reporting to support business decision-making.
This position would suit an experienced Finance Manager, Company Accountant or Finance Business Partner looking for a flexible role that offers autonomy, responsibility and genuine work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
- Production of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
- Managing the month-end process.
- VAT return preparation and submission.
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Supplier payment runs.
- Oversight of day-to-day financial operations.
- Managing and processing two small payrolls.
- Administration of workplace pension schemes.
- Working closely with operational management to support business performance.
- Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately within Xero.
- Liaising with external accountants regarding year-end accounts and compliance requirements.
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.
- Qualified by experience, AAT qualified or professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
- Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Company Accountant or Senior Management Accountant.
- Strong month-end and management accounts experience.
- Experience using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems.
- Comfortable operating in a standalone finance role.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Able to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business.
? Free on-site parking
? Workplace pension scheme
? Regular team socials and outings
? Supportive and friendly working environment
? Significant autonomy and responsibility
? Stable and well-established business
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful local business in a flexible role where your input will have a direct impact on the continued success of the organisation.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch.