This international consulting group specialises in product development, regulatory, and compliance services, delivering expertise and regulatory solutions to advance healthcare innovation worldwide. With a strong commitment to problem-solving and exceptional customer service, the company aims to streamline product development processes, reduce time-to-market, and minimise overall costs. Operating across multiple countries with a growing team, the organisation values transparency, ethical collaboration, and employee involvement, fostering an inclusive culture focused on growth, impact, and positive societal contributions through environmental responsibility.

Perks & Incentives

The role offers a competitive salary alongside a generous bonus programme rewarding success. Employees benefit from 26 days’ holiday plus public holidays (pro rata), additional leave for birthdays and work anniversaries, a 5% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. Career progression is supported through coaching, mentoring, and continuous professional development within a respected international team.

Role Overview

The Finance Officer will manage day-to-day financial operations within a small, collaborative team, reporting to the Finance Director. This part-time role is ideal for an experienced professional who values structure and autonomy, providing essential support to ensure accurate financial management and compliance, with potential to cover senior finance responsibilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities

• Prepare monthly account closures, reconciliations, and supporting analyses

• Assist in producing monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements compliant with UK GAAP

• Support budget holders in monitoring and tracking budget performance

• Raise sales invoices, process purchase invoices, and resolve supplier queries

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns ensuring regulatory compliance

• Maintain internal control procedures and ensure adherence to company policies

• Assist in annual budgeting, re-forecasting, and financial planning alongside senior finance staff

• Prepare for audits and liaise with auditors as required

• Support tax compliance activities in coordination with external advisers

• Identify and implement process improvements in finance operations and reporting

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business needs

• Collaborate effectively with back-office colleagues on various tasks and projects

• Demonstrate flexibility by assuming additional responsibilities or covering for senior staff during absences

Requirements

Essential:

• CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified

• Minimum five years’ experience in accounting practice or business analyst-related roles

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks autonomously

• Strong skills in reviewing, interpreting, and communicating financial information to stakeholders

• Experience with UK payroll processing

• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office applications for data analysis and reporting

• Excellent organisational skills with keen attention to detail

• High level of verbal communication and presentation skills in English

Desirable:

• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional or international payroll processes

• Experience working independently in a senior finance capacity, including covering FD or CFO duties

Additional Information

The role is based in the UK office located in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, within a small, supportive finance team. The position reports directly to the Finance Director and offers a stable, structured working environment with clear accountability and opportunities to contribute to a growing international business.

Salary & Working Hours

• £20,000 – £22,000pa based on 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with consistent weekly hours and some flexibility on scheduling

• Office-based in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire

Please apply today for more information.