Bookkeeper/Office Manager
12 days ago
Manchester
Finance & Office Manager Full Time | Permanent- Office Based Are you an experienced Finance professional who thrives in a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same? We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Finance & Office Manager to join a successful and growing business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining finance leadership with operational and office management responsibilities within a fast-paced, supportive environment. This position offers a diverse role split approximately 60% finance and 40% office/administration management, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership across multiple areas of a business. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function whilst also supporting the wider business with operational and administrative management. Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Management • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, • Work closely with external accountants on monthly reporting, • Develop and manage cashflow forecasts and annual budgets, • Produce weekly and monthly financial reporting packs, • Manage all Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger activities, • Carry out credit control and debt management, • Complete bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations, • Process journals and maintain the general ledger, • Raise, match and reconcile supplier invoices, • Produce accounts to trial balance stage, • Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, • Process payroll for approximately 20 employees, including P45s, P60s and P11Ds, • Manage supplier payment runs, • Review landlord statements and associated costs, • Conduct expenditure reviews and identify cost-saving opportunities, • Lead month-end and year-end processes, • Act as key contact for HMRC, pension providers, local authorities and external stakeholders, • Continuously improve financial systems and bookkeeping processesOffice & Operations Management, • Provide operational and administrative support across the business, • Support the Managing Director with day-to-day business operations, • Act as a central point of contact within the office, • Assist with telephone enquiries and general administration, • Provide basic HR administration and maintain personnel records, • Maintain strong supplier and customer relationships, • Coordinate Health & Safety procedures, training, first aid and fire marshalling, • Liaise with utility providers and external service suppliers, • Support the smooth day-to-day running of the office environmentAbout You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: • Previous experience within a Finance Manager, Office Manager or similar dual-role position, • Strong bookkeeping and management accounts experience, • Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting, • Experience using accounting software such as Xero (Opera experience advantageous), • Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills, • Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • A proactive and solutions-focused approach, • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively, • A positive, flexible and hands-on attitudeWhat’s on Offer, • A varied and autonomous role with real responsibility, • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, • Supportive and friendly working environment, • Growing and successful business, • Competitive salary package If you are looking for a broad and rewarding role where you can truly make an impact, we would love to hear from you