Finance Manager

Hatched Talent Solutions; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking business in Bath is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, including invoicing, bookkeeping, and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong finance or accounting experience, proficiency in Sage, and excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible working hours, training opportunities, and a chance to shape the finance function as the company grows.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free on-site parking

Hybrid working options

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a small business.
• Confident using Sage and other accounting tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• Strong communicator – able to translate financial information for non-finance colleagues.
• Comfortable managing payments, chasing invoices, and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Issue invoices, track payments, and manage overdue accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records, reconcile accounts, and prepare summaries.
• Manage income and expenditure, process invoices, and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor and forecast cash flow to support financial planning.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with year-end accounts and audits.
• Oversee payroll coordination and staff reimbursements.
• Contribute to wider business operations as part of a collaborative team.

Skills

Finance or Accounting

Sage

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Time Management

Tools

Sage

Job description

Finance Manager

GBPNegotiable Bath (West) Part–time or Full–time Free Parking

Hatched Talent is proud to be partnering with a forward–thinking business on the outskirts of Bath in search of a Finance Manager to take ownership of day–to–day financial operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, detail–driven finance professional who enjoys autonomy, variety, and being the trusted "go–to" person for all things finance. Whether you're seeking flexible part–time hours or a full–time position, the role offers the chance to shape and streamline financial processes within a supportive, close–knit team.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Operations Director and CEO, you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth financial management – from invoicing and ledgers to payroll, compliance, and reporting. You'll have real influence in improving efficiency, maintaining accuracy, and supporting business decisions through clear financial insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoicing & Payments: Issue invoices, track payments, and manage overdue accounts.
• Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate financial records using Sage, reconcile accounts, and prepare monthly/quarterly summaries.
• Sales & Purchase Ledger: Manage income and expenditure, process supplier invoices, and resolve discrepancies.
• Cash Flow & Budgeting: Monitor and forecast cash flow to support sound financial planning.
• Compliance & Reporting: Prepare VAT returns, liaise with HMRC, and assist with year–end accounts and audits.
• Payroll & Expenses: Oversee payroll coordination, pensions, CIS documentation, and staff reimbursements.
• General Support: Contribute to wider business operations as part of a collaborative office team.

About You

• Proven experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a small business.
• Confident using Sage and other accounting tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• Strong communicator – able to translate financial information for non–finance colleagues.
• Comfortable managing payments, chasing invoices, and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Knowledge of CIS, VAT, and cash flow forecasting is advantageous – training can be provided.

What's on Offer

• Flexible working hours and supportive leadership
• Free on–site parking (always available)
• Hybrid working options available for the right candidate
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative environment where your input truly matters
• Opportunity to build and own the finance function as the company grows