Part Time Freelance Finance Contractor

Equals One; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency seeks a part-time Finance Contractor to support the Flexographic Industry Association UK. With approximately 48 hours of flexible work per month, you will handle management accounts, cashflow, invoicing, and strategic financial decisions. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified, have over 5 years of finance experience, and be skilled with Sage 50 and Excel. This role offers autonomy and a meaningful contribution to a respected industry body, ideal for those managing multiple commitments.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Autonomy in role

Direct access to CEO and Board

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on finance experience.
• Ability to produce full management accounts.
• Highly organized and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L and reconciliations.
• Manage all VAT, PAYE, and corporation tax submissions.
• Support strategic decisions with financial reporting.

Skills

Sage 50

Excel

Financial accountability

Time management

Communication

Education

AAT (or similar)

Job description

Part Time Freelance Finance Contractor

Part Time – Approximately 48 hours per month

Flexible Home-based - Leeds / Manchester location essential

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.

The Role

You will be the financial backbone of FIA UK – responsible for producing accurate and timely management accounts, overseeing cashflow, 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

INDLS

Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.