Interim Part Time Financial Controller – SaaS SME | Cheltenham
3 days per week | Hybrid working |petitive salary
A growing SaaS business in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced, hands-on Part-Time Financial Controller for an initial 6-month contract with the opportunity of going permanent to take ownership of the finance function and support the business through its next phase of scale. This is a fantastic opportunity for amercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and wants the flexibility of a part-time leadership role.
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About the Role
As Part-Time Financial Controller, you will lead all core finance activities for this ambitious SME and act as a trusted partner to the CEO. You'll be responsible for delivering accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.
This role offers genuine autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to add real value within a tech-driven, growth-focused organisation.
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Key Responsibilities
• Full ownership of monthly management accounts, financial reporting and analysis
• Prepare year-end accounts and manage external accountants/auditors
• Oversee cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning
• Ensurepliance with VAT, payroll, HMRC reporting and financial controls
• Support revenue recognition and subscription based accounting models (SaaS metrics)
• Providemercial insight to help shape strategy, pricing, and growth plans
• Lead process improvements and system enhancements across finance
• Support the leadership team with financial modelling and business performance reporting
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About You
We're looking for a confident, adaptable finance professional who can bring structure, clarity andmercial insight to a scaling tech business.
Essential:
• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE with strong experience
• Experience supporting an SME or scale-up environment
• Strong management accounting and reporting capability
• Excellent cashflow management skills
• Confident with systems and process improvement
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function
Desirable:
• Experience within a SaaS, tech, or subscription based business
• Experience with accounting systems such as Sage and Xero or similar
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What's on Offer
• Part time role: 3 days per week
• Hybrid working – Cheltenham 1 day a week, 2 days from home
•petitive salary depending on experience
• Opportunity to shape and build a high impact finance function
• Direct involvement in strategic decision-making and growth planning