Part Time Freelance Finance Contractor

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

Job summary

A prominent organization in the flexographic industry is seeking a Part Time Freelance Finance Contractor to oversee financial operations. This role offers approximately 48 hours of flexible work per month, focusing on management accounts, cashflow, and compliance. Ideal candidates will have AAT qualification and strong skills in Sage 50 and Excel, along with at least 5 years of finance experience. This contract offers autonomy, flexible hours, and engagement with senior stakeholders, with occasional meetings in Leeds or Manchester.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Autonomy in work

Direct access to CEO and Board

Stable freelance arrangement

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ hands-on finance experience required.
• Experience within a membership body, trade association or SME is advantageous.
• Comfortable working independently and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely management accounts.
• Oversee cashflow, manage invoicing and ledgers.
• Support strategic decisions with clear financial reporting.
• Ensure strong financial controls and compliant record-keeping.

Skills

Sage 50

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Independence

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.

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 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