Part-Time Finance Director
17 hours ago
Bath
We are looking for a commercially minded, hands-on finance professional to lead and manage the finance function within a fast-paced SME environment. Reporting to the Managing Director and Group Finance, you will take ownership of financial management, reporting, compliance, forecasting, and day-to-day finance operations, while partnering with the wider business to support decision-making and drive commercial performance. This role offers the opportunity to influence the business, improve systems and processes, and act as a trusted advisor to leadership in a collaborative, growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Financial & Management Reporting · Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. · Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and Group board reporting. · Maintain full balance sheet reconciliations (including WIP analysis), P&L reviews, and VAT returns. · Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business planning to support strategic decisions and meet Group Finance requirements. · Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, statutory reporting requirements, and regulatory obligations. · Coordinate annual statutory audits, tax filings, payroll reporting, and year-end submissions. · Manage the relationship with Group Finance. Operational Finance · Oversee day-to-day finance operations, managing and supporting the other member of the finance team. · Ensure transactions are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies. · Oversee tasks performed by other team member such as, accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, employee expenses and review and approve monthly payroll. · Manage the company pension scheme. · Maintain oversight of cashflow and working capital. · Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls, identifying opportunities for process improvement and scalability. · Support and administer finance and ERP systems, including reporting automation and system enhancements. Commercial Finance & Business Partnering · Partner with operational teams to monitor pipeline, revenue, budgets, work-in-progress, and profitability. · Provide commercial insight and financial analysis to support pricing, resource planning, and decision-making. · Monitor job costing, staff utilisation, and key business performance metrics. · Support financial modelling, scenario planning, and ad-hoc commercial analysis. About You · ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience). · Proven experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or in a standalone finance role within an SME environment. · Strong technical accounting knowledge, including management reporting, financial controls, cashflow forecasting. · Experience managing end-to-end finance operations and owning the books independently. · Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to non-finance stakeholders. · Experience with cloud-based accounting systems (e.g., Xero) and strong Excel/spreadsheet skills. · Analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset. · Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence senior decision-makers. · Hands-on, adaptable, and willing to roll up your sleeves when needed. You may currently be a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or a highly experienced accountant ready for a part-time senior role. Whatever your title, what matters most is your mindset: collaborative, solutions-focused, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving small business environment. For any questions about the role please email - info@ethosep.co.uk