Trial Balance Consulting

Part time Finance Manager - Bideford - 4 days per week - £35k-£42k FTE - Permanent Trial Balance Consulting have been exclusively assigned to recruit a Finance Manager to take full responsibility for the finance and administrative function of a well established SME. This is a permanent position, ideally commencing as soon as possible to allow for a detailed handover. This is a hands on and varied role that would suit an experienced Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, or Finance Manager seeking a number one position in a growing and dynamic business. Reporting directly to the business owners and working closely with a wider management team, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and developing the finance function while also supporting day to day office operations. Key responsibilities: - Acting as the finance lead for the business, managing all day to day accounting operations - Bookkeeping for multiple income streams using Sage or Xero - Managing accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and supplier payments - Overseeing credit control and aged debtor management - Completing bank reconciliations, cash accounting, and credit card reconciliation - Budget forecasting, cashflow monitoring, and variance analysis - Preparing management accounts, monthly P and L, VAT returns, and HMRC submissions - Processing payroll using Sage Payroll - Supporting rental income and property related administration - Liaising with accountants, suppliers, tenants, and other external stakeholders - Supporting general office management and administration across the business We are seeking a candidate with a solid background in SME accounting, bookkeeping, or finance management. You will have recent experience using Sage 50 and or Xero, alongside payroll knowledge and strong credit control skills. Confidence using Excel and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment will be important. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a broad and varied finance role within a collaborative and forward thinking business, offered on a four day working week. To apply, click apply and upload your CV and I will be in touch. This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Dan Saunders at Trial Balance Consulting, reference DS10953

Finance & Administration Manager - St Austell - £45k - £50k - Full time - Permanent Trial Balance Consulting are pleased to be exclusively working with a growing multi site business to recruit a Finance and Administration Manager. This is a broad and hands on role offering the opportunity to combine financial oversight with administrative leadership within a busy and operationally focused environment. Working closely with the senior management team, the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the business. The position combines financial reporting, compliance, office administration and general business support, and would suit someone who enjoys variety and being closely involved in day to day operations. This role works alongside an Accounts Manager who manages transactional finance, with responsibility for overseeing financial reporting and supporting wider administrative activities across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: - Overseeing financial management and reporting across the group - Working closely with the Accounts Manager who manages day to day bookkeeping - Ensuring compliance with tax, financial and regulatory requirements - Supporting office administration and business processes - Liaising with clients and key external stakeholders - Assisting with staff coordination and HR related administration - Providing administrative support across multiple business locations - Supporting the day to day running of the business and assisting the management team where required We are seeking someone with a strong background in finance who is comfortable operating in a hands on business environment. The successful candidate will bring experience in financial reporting, compliance and administration, alongside the organisational skills required to coordinate across different areas of the business. This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and working closely with a leadership team to support the continued development of a growing organisation. To apply, click apply and upload your CV and I will be in touch. This vacancy is being managed by Dan Saunders at Trial Balance Consulting, reference DS10944