We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Cambridge who are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant on a part-time basis. This is a fully office-based role with flexibility around how the hours are worked (3 full days a week). This is an opportunity to join a growing start-up, supporting the Finance Director with the day-to-day finance function and enabling them to focus on more strategic business activities.
Typical duties include:
• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Managing transactional accounting duties including purchase and sales ledger oversight
• Completing bank reconciliations and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date
• Preparing accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting
• Working closely with external accountants and advisors to ensure compliance requirements are met
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes including audit preparation where required
• Reviewing and improving accounting processes and financial controls
• Providing hands-on support across the finance function alongside the Finance Coordinator
• Assisting with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business growth
You will have:
• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA status
• Previous experience within a hands-on accounting role, ideally within an SME or start-up environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to work across both transactional and reporting duties
• A proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with external accountants and internal stakeholders
If this role looks like the new challenge that you are looking for, please apply via the advert or contact John at Eclectic Recruitment.
We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions