Accountant, part time

Part-Time Qualified Accountant, 

This is a permanent role (20-30 hours per week, flexible arrangement) reporting to the Head of Finance, working across reporting, controls and business partnering in a varied and professional environment.

Main duties:

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Support the annual budgeting process, forecast updates and variance analysis
• Prepare audit files and support the preparation of statutory financial statements
• Oversee monthly outsourced payroll (review of inputs, provider coordination, reconciliation) and supplier payments in line with approved controls
• Assist with cashflow forecasting and monitoring, and support process improvements across the finance function
• Provide financial analysis and support to operational managers, and contribute to KPI monitoring and ad hoc projects

The person:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge and advanced Excel
• Experienced in management accounts, budgeting/forecasting, month-end and year-end close, and liaising with external auditors
• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g. Claude, Microsoft Copilot) to support analysis, reporting and productivity is desirable
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, able to work independently with minimal supervision