Financial Controller (Liverpool)

The Part-Time Finance People; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Financial Controller in Liverpool to oversee financial processes and lead a finance team. The part-time role requires strong financial management skills, proficiency in Excel and Xero, and relevant qualifications. Ideal candidates will have UK-based experience and a hands-on approach to finance. This position offers competitive hourly pay and aims at supporting the company's growth within the Liverpool area.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / ACMA / FCCA / ICAEW or QBE with 5+ years' experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of UK-based experience required.
• Strong Excel skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Improve and maintain financial processes and internal controls.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and month-end reporting.
• Lead and develop a small finance team.
• Present financial information to stakeholders.

Skills

Excel skills (including PivotTables, SUMIFS, and charting)

Xero

Financial management

Communication skills

Education

ACCA / CIMA / ACMA / FCCA / ICAEW qualification or QBE

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Financial Controller - Liverpool

We're building capacity for future growth and have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join our team in Liverpool. This role is perfect for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment.

You will play a key role in shaping the finance function by strengthening financial processes and controls, producing clear and insightful management information, and supporting strategic decision‑making through robust budgeting and forecasting. This is a chance to make a real impact as we expand our presence in the Liverpool region, working closely with business owners and internal stakeholders to deliver outstanding financial performance and insight.

Responsibilities and Experience

• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Improve and maintain financial processes and internal controls
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end reporting
• Lead and develop a small finance team
• Present financial information confidently to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders
• Strong Excel skills (including PivotTables, SUMIFS, and charting)
• Experience with Xero (Sage 50 and QuickBooks experience is a plus)
• Fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACMA / FCCA / ICAEW) or QBE (5+ years' experience)

Role Details

• Location: Liverpool (on‑site)
• Hours: Part‑time, 2/3 days per week
• Salary: £35 per hour
• Type: Part‑time, self‑employed

About Us

At The Part‑Time Finance People, we’re passionate about helping business owners build more successful, happier businesses. We provide a modern, commercially focused style of accounting support to SMEs – helping them make better financial decisions, plan for growth, and achieve real results.

We're growing across the UK, and this role forms part of our commitment to building strong financial expertise within the Liverpool area.

Additional Information

Our values promote a diverse, supportive, and inclusive work environment. We welcome different perspectives that drive innovation and strengthen our team.

Please note:

• We cannot offer sponsorship for overseas workers.
• A minimum of 3 years of UK‑based experience as a Financial Controller is required.