Part-Time Accountant £24-26.5K – 20 hours per week + great benefits

This is a part-time opportunity working 20 hours per week, 4 hours each day. The role is ideal for someone who thrives on process improvement, values flexibility, and enjoys using tech to streamline traditional workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and sign off Accountant’s Reports in line with CMP scheme standards, using your professional qualification and practising certificate to certify compliance.
• Design and refine internal audit processes, including engagement workflows, KYC checks, and reporting templates — working with our global development team to automate and optimise using AI-supported tools.
• Conduct remote audits through online submissions and virtual meetings (Zoom/Teams) — no travel required.
• Review client bank reconciliations, trust account controls, and money handling practices, ensuring they meet regulatory expectations.
• Guide clients through the CMP audit process, turning technical requirements into practical, actionable advice.
• Explore demand for outsourced services like year-end accounts, management reporting, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Support broader finance operations, particularly during the initial build phase of the Accountant’s Report function.
• Collaborate across teams, clearly presenting findings to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Essential Skills Required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a valid practising certificate.
• Solid understanding of client accounting and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in cloud accounting software and Excel.
• Experience in auditing or regulatory reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and able to work independently in a remote environment.

Desirable Skills Required:

• Knowledge of the lettings or property management sector.
• Experience in a practice or outsourced finance team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain financial issues to non-financial stakeholders.