Job Description
We are working with our client to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team on a part-time maternity cover basis. This role will commence with a handover period from August to mid-October, ahead of the maternity leave beginning in October 2025. The hours can be flexible but three days a week is preferred.
This is a Leeds office-based position, offering a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal finance leadership role within a purpose-driven and uniquely structured business.
What You Should Know
This isn’t your typical finance role — and our client isn’t your typical company. The business is founder-funded, with additional income generated via client invoices. As such, you’ll be operating within a bespoke financial structure, including managing shareholder loans and overseeing annual share issuance.
You’ll be a trusted partner to the MD and leadership team — offering insight, stability, and oversight during a critical period. You will work with the company accountants to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Key Details
* Start Date: August 2025 (handover period: August – mid-October)
* Duration: Maternity cover
* Schedule: 3 days per week
* Location: Leeds (office-based)
* Reporting to:
* Managing Director for strategic finance responsibilities
* Head of HR for day-to-day requests
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Pensions
* Review payroll data and liaise with accountants to finalise submissions
* Manage HMRC and international payroll payments
* Support bonus and salary review processes
* Oversee pension processing and annual renewals
* Respond to employee pension queries (with People Team)
Benefits
* Manage P11D and PSA processes with accountants and HMRC
* Oversee employee benefit renewals and enrolments
* Ensure correct benefit deductions and system updates
* Work with the Head of People to review benefit offerings
Banking & Payments
* Manage and approve payment flows and banking communications
* Oversee supplier payments and invoice management
* Coordinate data analyst payments and internal bank transfers
Funding
* Process shareholder loan agreements and payments
* Support share issuance and related accounting processes
* Collaborate with MD and finance teams on client invoice reporting
Accounts & Returns
* Oversee month-end reconciliations and VAT returns
* Support year-end accounts and corporation tax review
Reporting & Forecasting
* Monthly cost reviews and forecasting updates with MD and Leads
* Prepare and review annual forecasts and end-of-year cost reports
Management & Collaboration
* Manage and develop the Finance Assistant
* Attend cross-functional team meetings and business group sessions
* Drive collaboration across commercial, legal, HR, and finance stakeholders
* Maintain strong internal and external relationships
What We’re Looking For
* A strong background in finance operations, ideally in a standalone or senior role
* Experience managing payroll, pensions, and benefits
* Solid understanding of VAT, HMRC returns, and company accounts
* Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills
* Confident working closely with senior leadership in a hands-on capacity