About The Role:
We are partnering with a highly regarded boutique real estate design and development studio that is seeking a part-time Finance Manager to join its London team for 2–3 days per week (with only one day required in the office).
Working closely with the Director and wider team, you will oversee the company’s end-to-end financial operations, including day-to-day bookkeeping and financial management. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, be confident working with finance systems, and have experience with Xero (highly advantageous).
With an expanding project portfolio and a growing studio, this is an excellent opportunity for someone ambitious who is eager to develop their career alongside a talented and driven team. The business offers a collaborative, social and supportive environment, alongside a competitive benefits package including enhanced annual leave, flexible working hours, private medical insurance, annual team trips, weekly team lunches, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and issue client invoices and manage credit control
* Maintain project fee trackers, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting across studio and build operations
* Monitor project financial performance, including P&L, staffing costs and cost control
* Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice coding and approval workflows within Xero
* Process payroll, payment runs and inter-company transfers
* Track cash balances and produce regular financial updates for directors
* Prepare and submit VAT returns, CIS statements and statutory filings as required
* Liaise with external accountants on year-end accounts and financial reporting
Key Skills / Requirements:
* Previous demonstratable experience in accounting, finance operations or financial controls ideally within the built environment
* Solid understanding of double entry
* Strong organisational skills with a systems-focused and detail-oriented approach
* Proactive problem-solver able to respond quickly to financial queries and reporting requests
* Confident managing project financial data within a professional services environment
* Strong experience with accounting software; Xero proficiency highly desirable
* Comfortable working independently while supporting senior leadership with financial insights
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