Job Description

Finance Manager & Payroll (Part-Time, 3 Days)
Remote or Central London
Part-Time (3 Days per Week)
About the Role
Butler Rose is delighted to be working with this SME organisation seeking an experienced and highly organised Finance Manager & Payroll Specialist to oversee the financial affairs of their sporting and country estate operations and charitable foundation.
This is a key position within a small, trusted team, offering the opportunity to manage varied financial activities across multiple entities. The role requires integrity, discretion, and professionalism, along with strong technical expertise in finance and payroll.
You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, administering payroll and providing financial support for charitable and business interests.
This role would be well suited to someone with SME business experience - someone with a flexible and hands on approach who is comfortable working in a standalone capacity and effectively managing the finance and payroll function single handedly reporting into the business owner. You will be confident in setting up processes and investigating areas for development within the current finance set up.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Financial Management
Maintain accurate and timely bookkeeping for the principal, charitable foundation, and associated companies.
Reconcile bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.
Manage accounts payable/receivable and supplier payments.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial reports.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure monitoring.
Liaise with accountants, auditors, and tax advisers for year-end compliance.
Maintain financial records and prepare information for annual reporting.
Support Charity Commission filings and liaise with auditors for compliance.
Record and reconcile income and expenditure for sporting entities.
Produce financial statements and budgets.
Manage payments to suppliers, contractors, and agents.
Manage day-to-day accounting for the estate, including wages, maintenance costs, and supplier contracts.
Support the estate manager and principal with financial oversight and reporting.
Payroll & HR Administration
Administer payroll across multiple entities, including seasonal staff
Manage PAYE, NI, pensions (including auto-enrolment), and statutory deductions
Ensure HMRC compliance and timely submissions.
Process new starters, leavers, and staff changes.
Prepare P60s, P45s, and year-end documentation.
Manage staff expenses and reimbursements.
Who are we looking for?

• You will be AAT qualified or equivalent or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA considered and have a minimum 5 years' experience in bookkeeping and payroll.

Experience in a private household, family office, or multi-entity business environment preferred.
Proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
Sound knowledge of UK payroll systems and HMRC reporting.
Familiarity with charity accounting desirable but not essential.
Personal Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of confidentiality.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
This opportunity comes with competitive salary, commensurate with experience and discretionary bonus potential, as well as remote working options. This is a fantastic opportunity to really make the role your own! If you are looking for a flexible part-time position, working remotely and you are someone that likes embrace a challenge, this could be the role for you!
For more information please apply or get in touch with Helen Hopley - Butler Rose (AGY) h.hopley@butlerrose.com. This role is available with an immediate start so please do not delay your application! (Applications considered with no more than one month's notice)
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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