Part time Bookkeeper / Financial Controller

Howett Thorpe; Esher; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing SME company based near Esher is seeking a Part-time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller. This role involves managing the full finance function, including bank reconciliations, cash flow preparation, and payroll processing, while offering flexible working hours and hybrid options. Candidates should have prior experience in a sole charge finance position. This varied role is ideal for someone seeking a part-time opportunity with a dynamic team.

Benefits

25 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Car parking onsite

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position is required.
• Sole charge/SME experience is essential.
• Knowledge of Xero is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and management accounts.
• Process payroll and calculate commission payments.
• Prepare and submit VAT Returns.
• Liaise with team members and subcontractors on finance.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions.

Skills

Sole charge experience

Communication skills

Xero knowledge

Job description

This growing SME business based near Esher is seeking an experienced finance professional to join their team on a part-time basis. You will be joining a multi entity business that continues to expand and offers flexible working hours. You will be working 3 days a week (22.5 hrs) however there is opportunity to do this role over 4 or 5 shorter days. Furthermore, you will be mostly officed based with some hybrid working options. This is a brilliant, varied role and suits someone with previous experience in a sole charge finance position.

Part time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller – Benefits

• 25 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Car parking onsite

Part time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller – About The Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Managing Director and will have full responsibility of the finance function. Your key responsibilities will be:

• Reconciliation of bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts
• Preparation of cash flow forecasts, management accounts, and other financial reports as required
• End-to-end payroll processing and timely calculation of practitioner commission payments
• Preparation and submission of VAT Returns
• Liaison with team members and subcontractors to ensure smooth financial operations
• Liaising with management and external accountant on financial matters and preparation of annual accounts
• Support HR functions and oversee subcontractor compliance and documentation
• Full ownership of accounts payable / purchase ledger processes
• Complete responsibility for sales ledger / accounts receivable functions

The successful Part time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller will have:

• Previous experience in a similar position
• Sole charge/SME experience is essential
• Xero knowledge is desirable
• Ability to communicate at all levels