Finance Manager

The CFO HQ; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Workplace pension

Flexible 15-hour week

Team socials

Job summary

The CFO HQ in Ipswich is seeking a Part-Time Finance Manager to own the finance function, delivering accurate management reporting and robust financial controls.

This hands-on role covers month-end, VAT returns, bank reconciliations, payroll oversight, Xero administration and close collaboration with operational management to support business performance. Flexible 15-hour week across 2-3 days with on-site parking and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Qualified by experience, AAT qualified or professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Company Accountant or Senior Management Accountant.
• Strong month-end and management accounts experience.
• Experience using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems.
• Comfortable operating in a standalone finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Able to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business.

Responsibilities

• Production of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
• Managing the month-end process.
• VAT return preparation and submission.
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supplier payment runs.
• Oversight of day-to-day financial operations.
• Managing and processing two small payrolls.
• Administration of workplace pension schemes.
• Working closely with operational management to support business performance.
• Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately within Xero.
• Liaising with external accountants regarding year-end accounts and compliance requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.

Skills

Month-end reporting

Management accounts

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Payroll oversight

Education

AAT or professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Tools

Xero

Job description

# Finance ManagerAccounting / Finance,Finance ManagerNovember 11, 2026Permanent, Part Time### Job Description* Permanent, Part Time* Ipswich* Posted 11 hours ago* £40,000 per annumWebsite**CV-Library**Part-Time Finance ManagerIpswich | 15 Hours Per Week | Office BasedAn established Suffolk-based business is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function on a part-time basis.Working closely with the wider business, this is a hands-on role that combines management reporting, transactional oversight and financial control. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of finance while providing accurate and timely reporting to support business decision-making.This position would suit an experienced Finance Manager, Company Accountant or Finance Business Partner looking for a flexible role that offers autonomy, responsibility and genuine work-life balance.### Key Responsibilities* Production of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.* Managing the month-end process.* VAT return preparation and submission.* Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.* Supplier payment runs.* Oversight of day-to-day financial operations.* Managing and processing two small payrolls.* Administration of workplace pension schemes.* Working closely with operational management to support business performance.* Ensuring financial records are maintained accurately within Xero.* Liaising with external accountants regarding year-end accounts and compliance requirements.* Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.About You* Qualified by experience, AAT qualified or professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).* Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Company Accountant or Senior Management Accountant.* Strong month-end and management accounts experience.* Experience using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems.* Comfortable operating in a standalone finance role.* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.* Able to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business.What's on Offer ? Flexible 15-hour working week (typically across 2-3 days)* ? Free on-site parking* ? Workplace pension scheme* ? Regular team socials and outings* ? Supportive and friendly working environment* ? Significant autonomy and responsibility* ? Stable and well-established businessThis is an excellent opportunity to join a successful local business in a flexible role where your input will have a direct impact on the continued success of the organisation.For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch