Job Title: Finance Manager (Part time)
Company: Barge East & Skuna Boats
Location: London (Hybrid: Mix of office and home-based)
Hours: Part-time (Approx. 24 hours/week). We are highly flexible on how these hours are structured — whether that's 3 full days, 4 shorter days (e.g., 9:30 am – 3:30 pm), or another arrangement that works for your life.
Pay: £50,000 to £65,000 per annum (will be pro rata'd dependent on hours)
About Us
We are the team behind Barge East and Skuna Boats, operating unique, award-winning hospitality and leisure experiences in London. With a combined team of around 60-70 people, we are a fast-paced, growing business. We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of our day-to-day finances and help ensure our continued profitability.
The Role
Reporting directly to the founders, you will be the financial engine of the business. You will manage everything from payroll to reporting, working closely with our external accountants and ensuring our margins stay healthy.
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll: Manage end-to-end payroll for our team of 60-70 staff, handling variable hours, rotas, and hospitality specific complexities.
- Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate, up-to-date daily financial records across both businesses.
- Reporting: Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports for the founders.
- Accountant Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for our external accountants, ensuring a smooth year-end process.
- Commercial & Profitability: Carry out routine stock checks (F&B and leisure supplies), analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), and proactively flag areas where we can improve margins and profitability.
About You
- Experienced in an SME finance environment (hospitality or leisure sector experience is a massive bonus).
- Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing your own workload.
- Strong understanding of payroll software and accounting systems (e.g., Xero).
- A strong communicator who can translate financial data into clear business advice.
- We actively welcome applicants returning to the workplace after a career break or those seeking a role that genuinely fits around family commitments.
Pay: Up to £65,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Part of this role involves analysing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and stock checks to protect margins. Can you provide a brief example of a time you identified a cost-saving opportunity or margin improvement in a previous role?
- Are you highly proficient in Xero and standard payroll software? Please list the primary systems you have used recently.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hackney E9 5HD
