Accounts and Finance Controller

Value Match; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK procurement firm is seeking an experienced Accounts & Finance Controller for a part-time remote role. This position involves enhancing financial governance, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven accounting experience and a strong understanding of statutory requirements. This is a flexible position that offers the opportunity to work within a values-driven environment committed to integrity and efficiency.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification (Level 3 or Level 4) or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience in an accounts or finance controller role within the UK.
• Strong knowledge of UK statutory accounting, VAT, and HMRC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve financial controls in line with UK accounting standards.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and ensure timely financial transactions.
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and variance analysis against budgets.

Skills

AAT qualified (Level 3 or Level 4) or equivalent experience

Proven experience in an accounts, finance controller, or senior finance role within the UK

Strong working knowledge of UK statutory accounting, VAT, and HMRC requirements

Experience producing monthly management accounts

Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting software

Experience using Sage Intacct

Job description

Accounts & Finance Controller (Part-Time, Remote)

Value Match is a purpose-led UK procurement and resourcing business dedicated to delivering high-impact, values-driven solutions with integrity and efficiency. We specialise in strategic procurement consultancy, bid management, training, sustainability and social value, and specialist resourcing.

Through our people-centred approach to procurement coupled with our deep sector expertise, we help public and private sector clients optimise procurement performance, drive responsible sourcing, and embed economic, social and environmental value at the heart of their operations.

We currently require an accounts & Finance Controller to join the team on a flexible part time fully remote basis.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts & Finance Controller to support and strengthen the financial governance of a small UK-based procurement business, with a particular focus on UK statutory compliance and public sector-related financial requirements.

Working remotely on a part-time basis, this role will be responsible for improving financial controls, managing cash flow, producing robust monthly reporting, and ensuring all statutory and regulatory obligations are met. The role will also provide cover for the Finance Manager when required and support financial processes associated with public sector clients and frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control, Governance & Compliance

• Review, implement, and continuously improve financial controls in line with UK accounting standards and best practice.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and public sector governance expectations.
• Maintain appropriate audit trails and documentation to support public sector transparency and accountability.

Accounting & Finance Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including:
  • Purchase ledger and sales ledger
  • Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Expense and credit card processing
• Provide cover for the Finance Manager during periods of absence.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of all financial transactions.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor and manage company cash balances.
• Prepare and maintain short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts.
• Manage payment runs and supplier payments, with particular attention to public sector payment terms and prompt payment requirements.

Management Reporting

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
• Produce variance analysis against budget and forecast.
• Provide clear financial insight to management to support decision-making.

UK Statutory & Regulatory Requirements

• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns, ensuring correct treatment of public sector and procurement-related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including PAYE and payroll-related submissions (where applicable).
• Support preparation of year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 102), liaising with external accountants and auditors.
• Ensure compliance with Companies House filing requirements.
• Maintain records in line with UK statutory retention requirements.

Public Sector Financial Support

• Support financial processes related to public sector contracts, frameworks, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with public sector invoicing, reporting, and audit requirements.
• Assist with financial information requests, audits, or compliance reviews from public sector bodies.

Systems, Controls & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain and improve finance systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
• Ensure robust financial controls within procurement and purchasing processes.
• Work closely with operational and management teams to ensure financial controls align with business activity.

Skills & Experience Required

• AAT qualified (Level 3 or Level 4) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in an accounts, finance controller, or senior finance role within the UK.
• Strong working knowledge of UK statutory accounting, VAT, and HMRC requirements.
• Experience producing monthly management accounts.
• Experience working with or supporting public sector organisations or contracts.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting software.
• Experience of using Sage Intacct would be a definite advantage.
• High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a small business environment.

Working Arrangements

Part-time position (hours to be agreed)

Fully remote working

Flexible working pattern

As a small but rapidly expanding procurement business, Value Match are always interested in speaking to individuals looking to further their career in procurement throughout the UK. If this particular position is not for you but you are interested in making a real difference through sustainable and ethical procurement then we would love to speak with you, please have a look at our website.