Part-Time Finance & Administration Manager in Birkenhead

Rotheram Carrington Financial Recruitment is exclusively supporting a well-known local employer in their recruitment of a Part-Time ‘Hands On’ Finance & Administration Manager based on the Wirral, to support the day-to-day running of a company’s finance function. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of finance for a small business, producing the management accounts and other financial reports, as well as maintaining all the financial records accurately, responsible for payroll and pension processing, handling supplier and customer invoicing, and supporting compliance and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone with a strong eye for detail, good working knowledge of Sage, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Administration
  • Accounts to Trial Balance and the production of management accounts
  • Download and reconcile bank statements weekly and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded in Sage.
  • Process and reconcile credit card statements, ensuring all receipts are received.
  • Enter supplier invoices, supplier statements, and customer remittance advices into Sage.
  • Post customer invoices onto Sage and issue weekly customer statements.
  • Maintain accurate and well-organised financial files and ensure a regular Sage backup (weekly).
• Payroll and Pensions
  • Receive and verify payslips, pension and wage schedules.
  • Process and pay wages and update payroll spreadsheets.
  • Distribute payslips to staff in the office.
  • Complete four-weekly pension updates.
  • Submit and pay monthly PAYE/CIS.
  • Prepare the year-end CIS report for subcontractors.
• VAT and Compliance
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns within HMRC deadlines.
  • Support with financial reporting and provide documentation for audit purposes.
  • Ensure all company contracts and renewals are kept up to date, including: Vehicle insurance, road tax, and MOT, building, contents, and professional indemnity insurance, utilities, phones, and supplier accreditations.
• Administrative Support
  • Monitor and manage emails daily, prioritising financial correspondence.
  • Maintain and update staff holidays spreadsheets and calendars, ensuring all leave is taken within the policy year.
  • Book hotels or accommodation as required for staff or business travel.
  • Assist management with general administrative and finance-related tasks as needed.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Working knowledge of Sage (or similar accounting software).
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Understanding of VAT, PAYE and CIS processes.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, professional, and discreet with sensitive information.
• Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
• Positive attitude and commitment to maintaining high standards.

Key Benefits

• £35,000 to £40,000 per annum, pro rata
• Part time, flexible working 4 days per week
• Free, onsite parking.

Looking to recruit the right person as soon as possible. For more information and to apply to this Part Time, Finance & Administration Manager based on the Wirral role please forward an updated copy of your CV. We look forward to hearing from you.