Our client is an award winning, small architectural practice, specialising in the
conservation and restoration of historic buildings. They are a small, collaborative group of 11 and they are looking for a part time (self-employed) Finance Manager to join them.

Ideally you will have worked in a similar role, within the architecture industry previously and can commit to 3 days per week, working form their studio in Shoreditch.

Key Responsibilities
*Book-keeping using Sage software (N.B Cash accounting).
*Accounts payable and receivable
*Liaise with directors for project billing and payment schedules.
*Maintain VAT records and submit VAT returns quarterly.
*Banking - including cashflow and monitoring bank accounts
*Payroll - work with outsourced payroll company and provide information re staff joining and leaving, changes to payroll etc.
*Staff expenses
*Annual accounts - Provide Sage back-up to accountants, answer queries. Attend annual meeting re final accounts.
*Prepare monthly management accounts, sales forecasts, debtors & creditors list and monthly sales figures.
*Provide any financial information required for new business proposals
*Read and agree contracts for office equipment, computers, software, phone systems
Skills and Experience
*Prior experience in a finance/bookkeeping role, ideally within architecture
*Excellent communication and organisational skills
*Solid organisational skills, ability to prioritise and make independent decisions if needed
*Attention to detail
*Experience in Sage accounting system; and experience with Macs would be beneficial.