Part-Time Finance & Administration Contractor

FIA UK; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading flexographic industry association in the UK seeks a Finance & Administration Contractor for a part-time role. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations, producing management accounts and ensuring compliance with VAT and tax submissions. The position offers flexible hours, ideal for balancing other commitments, and involves occasional in-person meetings in the Leeds/Manchester area. Experience within a membership body or trade association is advantageous. Interested candidates should apply with their CV and relevant experience.

Benefits

High level of autonomy

Flexible hours

Direct access to CEO and Board

Stable freelance arrangement

Qualifications

• AAT (or similar) qualified with at least 5 years' hands‑on finance experience.
• Strong Sage 50 and Excel skills, confident producing full management accounts.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely management accounts.
• Oversee cash-flow and manage invoicing and ledgers.
• Support strategic decisions through clear financial reporting.

Skills

Finance experience

Strong Sage 50 skills

Excel skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or similar

Job description

Part-Time Finance & Administration Contractor

Part Time - Approximately 48 hours per month

Flexible Home-based - Leeds / Manchester location

Contract & Remuneration

• Self-employed contract - approx. 48 hours per month
• Work pattern is fully flexible, provided reporting timelines are met
• Hourly rate dependent on experience
• Opportunity to work long-term with a respected, well-established association

The Flexographic Industry Association UK (FIA UK) is the recognised voice of the UK flexographic print sector – representing printers, suppliers, and partners across the packaging and print industry. We exist to elevate standards, drive innovation, and support the next generation through training, collaboration and industry insight.

We are looking for an experienced Finance & Administration professional to take ownership of our financial operations and provide essential administrative support to the CEO and Board. This is a long‑term, part-time freelance contract offering full flexibility, with occasional in-person meetings in the Northwest/Yorkshire region.

The Role

You will be the financial backbone of FIA UK – responsible for producing accurate and timely management accounts, overseeing cash‑flow, managing invoicing and ledgers, and supporting strategic decisions through clear financial reporting.

Your work will include:

• Monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, reconciliations, debtors and creditors)
• Presenting quarterly accounts at Board meetings
• Annual accounts preparation and audit coordination
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
• Full responsibility for VAT, PAYE, corporation tax and Companies House submissions
• Raising and managing all membership, event and partnership invoices
• Ensuring strong financial controls and compliant record‑keeping
• Admin support including database updates and Academy platform cover
• Overseeing renewals for insurance and commercial contracts

The ideal candidate

• AAT (or similar) qualified with at least 5 years' hands‑on finance experience
• Strong Sage 50 and Excel skills, confident producing full management accounts
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working independently
• A clear communicator able to engage with senior stakeholders and board members
• Experience within a membership body, trade association or SME environment is an advantage
• Based within reasonable travelling distance of Leeds / Manchester for occasional meetings

Why this role appeals

• High level of autonomy
• Flexible hours – ideal alongside other clients or commitments
• Direct access to CEO and Board
• Meaningful role in a respected UK industry body
• Stable, ongoing freelance arrangement

Interested? Please submit your CV and a short introduction outlining your relevant experience

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