Finance Accounts Manager

Are you an organised, detail‑driven finance professional looking for a flexible part‑time role? Do you thrive in a varied position where accuracy, initiative and collaboration really matter?

A well‑established environmental consultancy and software business is seeking a diligent Finance Accounts Manager to join its friendly Wallingford team. This is a key role supporting the smooth running of the company's financial operations. The working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate, with contracted hours of 24-26 per week, including Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll take ownership of a broad range of accounting and financial administration tasks, including:

Monthly Accounting

Preparing, issuing and managing all project invoicing
Managing invoicing schedules and liaising with project managers
Processing and reconciling ecommerce sales uploads to Sage
Credit control and debtor management
Processing supplier invoices and employee expenses
Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate banking records
Processing and reconciling company credit card transactions
Conducting regular bank checks and supporting cash‑flow forecasting and monitoring

Payroll

Liaising with the payroll provider and ensuring HMRC compliance
Managing workplace pension processes and auto‑enrolment requirements

Quarterly & Annual Responsibilities

Producing quarterly and annual management accounts
Liaising with external accountants and HMRC
Managing VAT returns and statutory submissions
Identifying opportunities to improve finance systems and processes
Supporting profitability analysis across business areas

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

At least 5 years' experience in an accounts or finance role
Experience within an SME environment
AAT Level 3 (or equivalent) minimum
Strong credit control experience
Advanced knowledge of Sage 50 Professional and strong Excel skills
Solid understanding of the Chart of Accounts
Experience with payroll and pension administration (highly advantageous)
Availability during key financial periods (July, August, and quarter‑end months: January, April, October)

Personal Attributes

Exceptional attention to detail
Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Proactive, adaptable and comfortable in a hands‑on SME setting
Trustworthy and discreet with sensitive information
Clear, confident communicator
Collaborative team player who can also work independently

If you're looking for a role where your expertise will make a real impact - and you value a supportive, flexible working environment - this could be the perfect next step.

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