Business and Finance Manager

Business and Finance Manager Proactive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Architectural Practice, who are looking to appoint a self-driven Business and Finance Manager on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will be a pro-active professional who is confident working independently whilst supporting colleagues in Leamington Spa and London. Hours: Mon-Fri | 9:00am – 13:00pm – Subject to change dependant on business needs. Hybrid working available Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 FTE | Pro Rata for part time hours. Duties include but not limited to: * Book-keeping – including processing purchase orders, invoices, bills and employee expenses to XERO, bank reconciliations and debtor chasing * Providing accurate and timely project financials and month end reports to Directors * Supporting Directors to ensure compliance with ISO requirements, including internal audits * Monthly payroll (Brightpay), NEST pension reporting and reconciliations to HMRC * Quarterly VAT return preparation and submission * Supporting the year-end financial reporting process, including R&D claims * Managing certain IT tasks, with the support of the company IT consultant, including new starter on-boarding and Cyber Essentials annual certification * Assisting with updates to the company website and social media * Supervising the Office Administrator, guiding them in their daily tasks and ensuring a collaborative team environment. Ideal Candidate: * A relevant finance qualification or part qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, AAT). * Experience in management accounting and project fee forecasting. * Proficiency in financial software (XERO) and Excel. * Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data effectively and accurately. * Ability to communicate financial information clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders. * A collaborative spirit that fosters teamwork and inclusivity. * A proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial and operational issues. * Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities