Finance & Operations Manager (Part-time)

Finance & Operations Manager (Part-time)

• Location: Office-based
• Job Type: Part-time (3 days per week)
• Salary: £60,000 per annum (full-time equivalent)

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Finance & Operations Manager to lead our clients finance function on a part-time permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to play a key role in driving improvements in financial processes, systems, and performance while enjoying the autonomy and strategic input of a senior position without the demands of full-time hours.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and support the day-to-day operations of the finance function, including preparation of monthly management accounts and group-level reporting.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes and oversee the preparation of year-end statutory accounts.
• Monitor cash flow and support financial planning, developing and improving internal controls and financial procedures.
• Provide financial insight and commercial judgement to support business decisions and produce consolidated accounts as required across the group.
• Support day-to-day people matters in collaboration with our external HR provider, handling employee relations, performance, and other HR processes.
• Develop financial dashboards and management information for Directors and Shareholders, applying AI tools to enhance accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Improve operational systems and business processes across the finance function and wider business, ensuring compliance, governance, and effective office operations.
• Work closely with senior management on strategic initiatives, shaping a high-performing environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience in a senior finance role.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a finance team and experience producing consolidated accounts across multiple entities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and managing a varied workload.
• Commercially aware with sound financial judgement and excellent people skills, capable of building trusted relationships and handling sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work accurately.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV here or contact Laurence at Reed Belfast as soon as possible.