Finance Manager (Part-time)

Finance Manager (Part-Time) Our Bromsgrove based client is an innovative technology company engaged in cutting-edge research to meet the needs of Government customers. Due to continued growth, they have a vacancy for an experienced Part-Time Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in the detail, improving processes and producing accurate, meaningful financial reporting. You’ll work closely with the wider business to improve systems, support decision-making and help strengthen financial controls as the company continues to grow. You’ll manage a part-time Finance Officer who handles the day-to-day transactional finance work, allowing you to focus on management reporting, forecasting, controls and process improvement. * Salary: C£50k per annum pro rata * Hours: 15/20 hours over 3 days – ideally Monday, Tuesday and Friday (Friday is a key day) * Located in the Bromsgrove office but travel to head office (Tewkesbury) is required once a month * Hybrid flexible working is supported. * Security Check (SC) and Developed Vetting (DC) are essential therefore the role is only open to British Passport holders. Key Responsibilities Management Accounts & Reporting * Own and improve the month-end process and produce accurate management accounts. * Prepare monthly board reports with variance analysis and business performance commentary. * Develop reporting tools and processes to support business growth and operational changes. * Work with Directors and department managers to improve reporting, controls and data quality. * Provide financial analysis and insight to support decision-making. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cashflow Finance Operations * Manage and support the part-time Finance Officer responsible for transactional finance tasks including AP, AR, credit control, accruals, prepayments and fixed assets. * Review and approve monthly payroll. * Support transactional finance tasks when needed during busy periods or year-end. * Improve financial controls, processes and reporting procedures. Tax, Audit & Compliance * Lead the year-end process and act as the main contact for external accountants and auditors. * Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns. About You * Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or strong QBE experience. * Previous experience in a Finance Manager role within an SME environment. * Hands-on, organised and detail-focused. * Strong Excel skills and confident in building financial models and reports. * Experience using cloud accounting software, ideally QuickBooks. * Comfortable with improving processes and introducing new ways of working. * Strong communication skills and able to work closely with non-finance teams. * Experience within engineering, manufacturing or project-based businesses would be useful. To apply please forward your up to date CV and or call us for more information. First Choice Recruitment are a privately owned independent Recruitment service provider, we act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment. Our service is a free and confidential service to work seekers