Part Time Financial Controller

Financial Controller, Part Time, Loughborough, £55,000 – £65,000 FTE

An established, fast growing business in Loughborough is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to support the next phase of growth, in a part time capacity, 3-4 days a week. 

With a clear plan to double in size over the next few years, this is a pivotal appointment. The role will suit a qualified accountant who enjoys building robust financial foundations within an owner managed environment and who wants genuine influence at board level.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of the finance function, transitioning from basic in house bookkeeping to a structured, forward looking finance operation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Implementing accurate and consistent monthly work in progress calculations across multiple live contracts
• Ensuring correct and timely postings within Sage
• Regular reconciliation of bank and control accounts
• Preparation of meaningful monthly management accounts for the MD
• Development of reliable cash flow forecasts to support growth and tax planning
• Strengthening financial systems and processes with a view to long term scalability and a potential business exit within five years

About You

This role will suit someone ambitious and commercially aware, potentially with an eye on a longer term strategic opportunity such as equity participation or management buyout.

You will have:

• Have strong experience of WIP accounting and revenue recognition
• Be confident ensuring accuracy within Sage or a similar accounting system
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to forecasting and tax planning, avoiding surprises and improving cash visibility
• Be commercially astute and comfortable challenging when needed
• Be resilient and capable of working closely with a direct, straight talking Managing Director

The Offer

• Part time, 3 to 4 days per week
• £50,000 £55,000 Full time equivalent
• On site role in Loughborough

This is an excellent opportunity for a hungry, hands on Financial Controller who wants to shape a finance function properly, add genuine value at board level and be part of an ambitious growth journey.

The day to day bookkeeping will remain in house, allowing you to focus on control, reporting, forecasting and strategic input.

If this sounds like a role you’d like to hear more about, hit apply now!