At a Glance
- Tasks: Own the finance function and provide insightful reporting to the CEO.
- Company: A growing professional services business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, hybrid working, and direct collaboration with leadership.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and growth.
- Why this job: Shape financial systems and processes in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified or experienced finance professional with strong management accounting skills.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Hours: Part-time – flexible working pattern (20-25 hours)
The Opportunity
Our client is a growing professional services business with revenues of approximately £10 million. Following a period of continued growth, the business is scaling its operations and investing in the systems, processes and financial infrastructure needed to support its next stage of development. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Part-Time Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, providing accurate reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and delivering meaningful commercial insight. This is a hands-on role for an experienced finance professional who can manage the detail while acting as a trusted financial partner to the CEO and wider leadership team.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, reporting directly to the CEO
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts and financial reporting
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Monitor revenue, margins, utilisation, WIP and project profitability
- Manage cash flow, working capital, billing, credit control and debtor days
- Ensure appropriate revenue recognition and accurate reporting of accrued and deferred income
- Maintain a robust financial-control environment
- Oversee statutory accounts, audit, tax and regulatory compliance
- Provide clear financial analysis and commercial insight to the CEO
- Partner with operational leaders to improve accountability and decision-making
- Develop meaningful KPIs across clients, projects and service lines
- Improve finance systems, reporting processes and internal controls
- Manage and develop the finance team
- Liaise with external accountants, auditors and professional advisers
Successful Candidate
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience
- An experienced Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Head of Finance
- Previous experience within a professional services, consultancy or project-led business
- Strong management accounting, financial control and commercial finance experience
- Comfortable remaining hands-on while taking ownership of the wider finance function
- Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
- Experience improving finance systems, controls and reporting within an SME
Why Join?
- Take ownership of finance within a growing professional services business
- Work directly with the CEO and senior leadership team
- Shape the systems and processes needed to support future growth
- Gain broad exposure across financial control, reporting and commercial decision-making
- Benefit from a flexible part-time and hybrid working arrangement
Diversity & Inclusion
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Part Time Financial Controller in Reading employer: Mackie Myers
Mackie Myers is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London’s vibrant Film & TV sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to enhance your finance skills while working alongside experienced professionals. The company promotes a collaborative culture, ensuring that every team member's contributions are valued and recognised, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
