Part time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited; Esher; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing SME financial services firm near Esher is seeking an experienced Part time Bookkeeper/Financial Controller. This role offers flexible working hours, 3 days a week in an office with some hybrid options. Responsibilities include managing financial functions, preparing reports, and payroll processing. Ideal candidates will have previous sole charge finance experience and knowledge of Xero is desirable.

Benefits

25 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Car parking onsite

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position is essential.
• Experience in a sole charge or SME environment is crucial.
• Knowledge of Xero software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
• Preparation of cash flow forecasts and financial reports.
• End-to-end payroll processing and calculation of commission payments.
• Preparation and submission of VAT Returns.
• Liaison with team members for smooth financial operations.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar position

Sole charge/SME experience

Xero knowledge

Ability to communicate at all levels

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 office 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.

• 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