Finance Manager

Hatched Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking business on the outskirts of Bath is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations. The role allows for part-time or full-time flexibility, offering an opportunity to shape and streamline financial processes within a collaborative environment. Applicants should have proven finance experience, proficiency in Sage, and strong communication skills. Benefits include flexible working hours and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free on-site parking

Hybrid working options

Training and professional development opportunities

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Finance or accounting experience

Using Sage and accounting tools

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Tools

Sage

Job description

Finance Manager

£Negotiable 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