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We're looking for a hands-on Finance Controller / Manager to join our small, friendly team and help us drive our business forward. If you're looking to work part-time in a small, friendly team where your skills will be recognised and your input truly matters, this could be the perfect role for you!
The Company
We are an exciting marketing business with a turnover approaching 6 million and a clear vision for future growth. Based in modern, smart offices in Fforest-Fach, Swansea, our team of 25 passionate people value working together in a positive and supportive environment. We live by our core values: Caring, Motivated, and Genuine, and we believe in making sure every team member is valued and appreciated.
The Role
We need a hands-on Finance Controller / Manager who will manage all aspects of our financial operations and oversee our part-time bookkeeper.
You'll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our growing business, from managing accounts to liaising with external accountants.
Our current financial setup is well-organised, but there's plenty of opportunity to develop processes and make them even more efficient.
This is a part-time, office-based role ( 24 to 32 hours per week), with negotiable hours that could fit around school hours or be 3 or 4 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
* Full use of Sage 50 for all functions, including:
- Ledger entry
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts payable/receivable
- Producing custom reports with Sage Report Designer and exporting data for Excel analysis
- Maintaining data integrity and troubleshooting as needed, with Sage Support assistance
* Advanced Excel Expertise
* Working with Excel for:
- Data modelling
- Pivot tables
- VLOOKUP functions
* Statutory Compliance
- Managing HMRC reporting
- Submitting VAT returns via Sage, including EU VAT
- Assisting with Corporation Tax filings to ensure all statutory requirements are met
* Banking and Cash Flow
- Managing online banking, including setting up BACS payments
- Overseeing basic cash flow management, monitoring, and reporting
* Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Working closely with external accountants to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Understanding accounting principles to ensure all records are up to date and correct
* Team Management
- Managing and supporting our part-time bookkeeping assistant
- Prioritising tasks effectively within the team
* Provide Director administrative support by assisting with financial documentation, reporting needs, and other ad-hoc administrative tasks as required.
* Process Improvement and Efficiency
- Identifying areas for financial process improvements and system optimisation
- Introducing automation where possible to increase efficiency
* Management Accounting
- Preparing monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, cash flow statements, variance analysis, and financial KPI analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting, developing financial plans and forecasts
Skills and Experience Required:
Qualifications
* CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent) required, with strong practical experience in a finance management role
Experience
* Minimum 5 years in a hands-on finance role, ideally in an SME environment
* Financial Systems:
- Strong proficiency with Sage 50 and Excel, particularly with data modelling and analysis
- Familiarity with improving financial workflows and introducing automation is a plus
* Statutory Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of UK tax law, VAT submissions, and HMRC regulations
* Team Leadership:
- Previous experience managing a small finance team or assistant
- Comfortable with being hands-on across all aspects of finance
* Problem-Solving Ability:
- Ability to solve finance issues, streamline processes, and provide financial insights
* Communication Skills:
- Ability to clearly explain financial data and concepts to non-finance colleagues and management
* Personal Attributes:
- Detail-oriented, organised, and capable of working independently within a small team
- Someone who shares our values of being Caring, Motivated, and Genuine
Current Financial Setup
Our financial operations are already neat, tidy, and well-organised, but we're always looking to improve. We need someone who can build on what's in place and find ways to make processes even more efficient and effective.
In Return
* Negotiable Hours: Approx. 24 to 32 hours per week, with a negotiable working pattern (including the possibility to work within school hours).
* Friendly Culture: We're a small, close-knit team where everyone's contributions are valued and appreciated
* Modern Workspace: You'll work in our smart, organised office in Fforest-Fach, Swansea, with free, easy-access parking
* Perks: Free hot breakfast every Friday and a discretionary company bonus scheme (after completing the probation period)
For more information contact Kim Simpson of Work Wales for a confidential discussion.
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