Financial Controller (Manchester)

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced, detail-driven Financial Controller to join The Part-Time Finance People and support a portfolio of ambitious SME clients across Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you’ll lead the finance function, bring clarity to the numbers, and help business owners make smarter, more confident decisions. You’ll work flexibly on a part-time basis, delivering real value where it’s needed most.

About You

You’re an experienced Financial Controller who thrives in growing SME environments and enjoys making a tangible difference. You’re commercially minded, proactive, and confident communicating financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

Ideally, you’re already self-employed or operating on a contract basis, with availability of at least 2 days per week and able to start at short notice.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial reports
• Expertise in balance sheet reconciliations
• Proven ability in cashflow management and profit forecasting
• Experience with Xero (with exposure to Sage50 and/or QuickBooks a bonus)
• A track record of implementing and improving financial controls
• Commercial awareness and a practical, business-focused mindset
• Experience supporting year-end processes (excluding statutory accounts)
• Advanced Excel skills (including PivotTables, SUMIFs, and data visualisation)
• Confidence presenting financial insights to non-financial leaders
• Fully qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACMA/FCCA/ICAEW) or QBE (5+ years), with experience managing a finance team

• Rate: £35 per hour
• Location: Manchester and surrounding areas
• Hours: 2–3 days per week

At The Part-Time Finance People, we’re passionate about helping business owners build more successful—and more enjoyable—businesses.

We go beyond traditional accounting. Our focus is on delivering practical, commercially driven financial support that helps SMEs increase profitability, improve cash flow, and reduce risk through better decision-making.

Our Commitment

We’re proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where different perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Please Note

• Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ UK-based experience as a Financial Controller
• We are unable to offer sponsorship for overseas candidates