Finance Controller – Ref 10782

Position: Finance Controller
Reference: 10782
Location: Stoke
Salary: £45,000- £60,000 pa (prorated for 30 hours)
Benefits: Pension, Onsite parking

Are you looking for a Part-Time Finance Controller role? If so, Athwal Resourcing is recruiting for a well-established commercial property business based in Stoke that has enjoyed growth over the last few years organically and via acquisition. The company is committed to continued growth and investment. This has resulted in the need for a high-calibre Finance Controller for this progressive business for around 30 hours per week.

As Finance Controller you will ensure that day-to-day finances operate efficiently and manage a small accounts team. You will report to the Head of Finance and work closely with other senior management team members and manage the relationship with external parties. The business is flexible on working hours and days to work.

As Finance Controller, your responsibilities include:

• Financial Reporting and Management Accounts Ensure the day-to-day financial information is timely and accurate and prepare the management accounts pack to include Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow analysis;
• Team Management Manage two staff members, ensuring accurate and timely data input on a day-to-day basis;
• Payroll Be responsible for the payroll;
• External Reporting Liaise with external accountants for year-end statutory accounts and be the point of contact with the tax authorities for VAT;
• Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with senior management and other business areas;
• Process Improvements Other ad-hoc projects and process improvement initiatives as deems necessary for financial control and management within the business.

Ideal Key Skills and Experience:

• Qualified accountant or Qualified by Experience (CIMA/ACMA, ACCA, or ACA);
• Previous financial control experience and management account production;
• Property sector experience is beneficial but not essential;
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage, coach and develop junior staff;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems;
• Strong drive for continuous improvement and attention to detail;
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with all staff levels;
• High degree of commercial acumen and integrity.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary;
• Flexible working hours and occasional remote work;
• Opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic team;
• Chance to shape the financial processes and infrastructure of a thriving property business.

This is a fantastic part-time opportunity to progress your career within a growing company. If you or someone you know fits this description, please get in touch today!