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We have an exciting opportunity to work for a rapidly growing bookkeeping and management consultancy company with an extensive portfolio of clients from different company sizes. We are looking for a full-time office/business support manager with a strong financial and bookkeeping skill set to look after both, the general accounting and financial management of the business as well as the day-to-day tasks of managing a busy consultation company. These will be the core tasks but it will also mean carrying out general office manager tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of other office staff members. You will be expected to thrive from having a varied workload and being happy to assist in other financial and non-financial duties as required. Strong organisational skills are essential for this role as well as a willingness to work towards the company's rapid growth. The role: Specific activities will include (but not be restricted to) - Developing and implementing financial and operational strategies to optimize profitability, and efficiency, and support company objectives. - Planning work schedules, delegating responsibilities and assigning tasks effectively. - Managing correspondence and inquiries related to accounting records, financial position and sales data. - Ensuring that the latest version of policies and standards are approved before effectively publishing these. - Ensuring administration and departmental activities are in line with the latest standards. - Planning, organising and coordinating activities and resources across other offices, including preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness. - Conducting thorough analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. - Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics, providing actionable recommendations. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. - Manage relationships with external stakeholders. - Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth, - Controlling purchases, managing purchase orders, and overseeing invoice management and bank reconciliation. - Liaise with team members to provide accurate cost information, assist in quotation preparation, - Recording and monitoring office expenditure and budget management, including expense management, petty cash, and staff overtime. - Assist the Director and Senior Management Team in all high-level financial management and decision-making. Personal Profile and Essential Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; - Proven experience (5+ years) in a management role, - Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting tools - Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. - High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards. - Highly organised, and commercially responsible, able to manage sensitive data confidentially. - Excellent administration and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. - Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Must be proficient in the use of Xero accounting for both data entry and analysis and bookkeeping. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Education: Diploma of Higher Education (required) Experience: Management, 5 years (required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 29/03/2024
· Collaborating with senior staff to determine the range of services offered and contribute to the development of sales strategies and targets. · Conducting market research, surveys, and analysis to understand customer preferences and reactions to our services. · Compiling and analysing sales figures to identify trends and opportunities for growth. · Developing proposals for marketing campaigns and promotional activities to attract new customers and retain existing ones. · Managing customer accounts and maintaining strong relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty. · Recruiting, training, and mentoring junior sales staff to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional service. · Producing reports and recommendations for senior management on marketing and sales strategies. · Keeping abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and product developments to maintain a competitive edge. Additional Requirements: · We are seeking candidates with a proven track record in sales and marketing, preferably in the luxury travel or hospitality industry. Key requirements include: · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities. · Proven experience in developing and executing successful sales and marketing strategies. · Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. · Demonstrated leadership and team-building capabilities. · Knowledge of market research techniques and tools. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM software. · Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
This is an amazing opportunity to join one of the UK's most exciting voice-over agencies and their studio partners Voice Over Soho and Light Year Studios. About the Role The successful candidate will have 5 years bookkeeping experience ideally within creative/media industries and have a good knowledge of Xero. Salary: Circa £34-£38k (depending on experience) Working hours: 9:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday (with 1 hour for lunch) This is a hybrid job with 3 days working in office and 2 days from home each week. There will be an initial training period of 1 month in the office. Job Description Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation VAT preparation General Office Administration About Us Our clients include brands: Apple, Google, Facebook & Amazon, TV channels: BBC, SKY, NBC, ITV & C4, & film production companies: Disney, Warners, Universal & Sony. We have 6 studios and 2 edit suites across 3 locations in Soho & Fitzrovia providing voice-over recording, a full range of audio post-production and the very first Dolby Atmos Home Entertainment Certified Studio globally. About You Candidate Profile - Desired Skills & Experience: Professional experience in bookkeeping within Creative/Media Industries. Good knowledge of Xero & Excel. Mac computer literacy, ability to learn new programmes easily Organised with good office administration skills. Ability to manage a small team including an Invoicing Clerk and Credit Controller. Excellent communications skills – written and verbal
Duties: - Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents - Manage and maintain office supplies and inventory - Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff members - Greet and assist visitors in a professional and friendly manner - Assist with data entry and record keeping using various software programs. - Coordinate meetings and appointments, including scheduling, sending reminders, and preparing meeting materials - Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as invoicing and accounts payable/receivable Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is preferred but not required - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in an office environment. If you meet the requirements listed above, we encourage you to apply for this position. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £18,000 - £22,000 depending on experience Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Work Location: In person, office based in oxford street.
Are you a dynamic and organized professional looking to make a significant impact on a growing organization? We're seeking a talented Office Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our office. The prospective applicant needs to demonstrate the following: · Mainly responsible in making office run smooth on day to day basis. · Planning work schedules, assigning task and delegates responsibilities · Organizing company events · Organize office operations and procedures · Dealing with correspondence, complaints and queries · Preparing letters, presentations and reports to Director. · Supervising and monitoring the work of administrative staff · Handling all correspondence and enquiries relating to accounts, sales and vacancy records · Liaising with staff, suppliers and clients · Implementing and maintaining procedures/office administrative systems · Ensuring that health and safety policies are up to date · Attending meetings with Director and other staffs · Ensuring a high level of compliance is always maintained. Skills, experience, and qualification required for the role. · Proven experience as an Office Manager or similar role. · Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and basic financial management. · Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. · Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail. Experience in the similar role for 3 years is desirable. If you are a skilled Office Manager looking for a dynamic and exciting working environment, and ready to accept new challenge; then we want to hear from you! To apply, please submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications. Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per/week
Key Responsibilities: - Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain comprehensive work schedules, assigning tasks, and delegating responsibilities to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity. - Correspondence Management: Provide guidance on the handling of all correspondence and inquiries pertaining to accounts, sales, statistical data, and vacancy records. Ensure timely and professional responses to client queries and internal communications. - Insurance Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to established procedures for considering, issuing, amending, and endorsing insurance policies. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to maintain compliance with insurance regulations and requirements. - Resource Coordination: Plan, organize, and coordinate the activities and resources of the company, including personnel, equipment, and materials. Streamline processes to enhance operational effectiveness and cost efficiency. - Industry Expertise: Leverage your experience and knowledge of the construction and repair industry to contribute valuable insights and solutions to operational challenges. Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Qualifications: - Proven experience in office management or a related administrative role within the construction and repair industry. - Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. - Proficiency in relevant software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools. - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. - Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Job Description - Prepares sales invoices and maintains records and accounts of sales activity; - Coordinate with various departments, such as production and logistics, to ensure timely order fulfillment. - Prepare and generate sales reports, including sales performance, inventory levels, and customer analytics. - Provide regular updates on sales metrics to the sales team and management. - Respond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally via email, phone, or in-person. - Provide information about products, pricing, availability, and delivery schedules. - Handles customer complaints or forwards them to relevant member of sales team; - Provide administrative support to the sales team, including scheduling meetings, preparing sales presentations and proposals, and maintaining sales collateral. - Monitor inventory levels, coordinate with suppliers for timely replenishment, and track shipments. - Ensure accurate stock levels and assist in resolving any discrepancies. Skills - An associate’s or bachelor's degree in business administration or similar preferred. - Previous experience in sales administration, or a similar role. - Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills. - Proven work experience as a Sales administrator or Sales support agent - Hands on experience with CRM software and MS Office (MS Excel in particular) - Understanding of sales performance metrics - Excellent organizational and multitasking skills - A team player with high level of dedication - Ability to work under strict deadlines - Certification in Marketing, Sales or relevant field is a plus
Due to the growth of the company, we are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled individual to join our busy team in our Stevenage head office in the role of Finance Assistant. The ideal candidate will hold at least an AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent). Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role encompasses a wide variety of tasks and includes management of both the purchase and sales ledgers, month end journals, assisting with management accounts reporting, preparing payroll and pension submissions, preparing VAT returns, liaising with HMRC and other ad-hoc financial reporting as required. You will be required to liaise with vendors and clients to settle balances owed. You will be expected to contribute to the continued improvement and success of the company by developing our industry contacts and identifying new opportunities for the company. Working with members of different departments to pass on knowledge and skills to others as well as identify process and procedural improvements that will benefit the company as a whole. You may be required to undertake some ad-hoc administrative tasks as required. To succeed in this role you must be friendly, approachable and an excellent communicator with an eye for detail. The ability to manage complex requirements to tight timescales and to prioritise and organise your own workload is essential. You must have an in-depth knowledge of Xero accounting software and at least 2 years’ experience working in a busy finance department. Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm. Due to the nature of our industry a flexible approach to working hours and the possibility of some evening/weekend work may be required. A full UK driving licence would be beneficial. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join a fun and friendly team in an exciting and challenging industry. We believe in growing the skills of all of our staff and offer opportunities to develop new and existing skills.
Please find below a list of activities that encompass your role as an Office Administrator for TFM Ltd - Supervise and coordinate activities of all staff. - Manage and maintain work schedule for engineers assisting the operations director. - Maintain management information systems, both manual and computerised. - Review and answer correspondence. - Provide secretarial or executive services for directors. - Establish and maintain supplier accounts. - Ensure data is entered into the relevant systems promptly. - Assist the compliance manager with any annual audits. - Manage the filing, storage and security of documents. - Respond to enquiries in a timely and professional manner. - Assist the compliance manager with the management of ISO 9001 & 14001 procedures - Maintain insurance coverage’s, business, motor, etc. - Dealing with telephone and email enquiries. - Creating and maintaining filing systems, both paper and electronic. - Keeping diaries and arranging appointments. - Using a variety of software packages, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, etc., to produce correspondence and documents and to maintain presentations, records, spreadsheets, mailing lists and databases. - Devising and maintaining office systems. - Arranging travel and accommodation for staff as and when required. - Organising and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information in an efficient and retrievable manner. - Monitoring and always updating EWM, our work platform for engineers. - Collating information from sub-contractors to enable invoices to be created. - To make sure all job sheets are received in a timely manner from the engineers and sub-contractors. - To accept responsibility for tasks that are not necessarily listed above but are commensurate with a role of this type.
We are seeking a confident and experienced Receptionist to become part of our Front Office Team at Quest Apartments Hotels, Liverpool. Our properties operate 24/7; therefore, the department works on an early (7am-3.30pm) or late (3pm-11.30pm) shift basis. Night shifts are also available and required on occasion. Please note this is a part time role, working 24 hours a week. As our Receptionist, you will: Offer a warm welcome and departure experience to our guests, managing expectations by constantly seeking opportunities to personalise their needs, travel purposes, plans, etc Take initiative in accommodating the customers’ needs in a resourceful manner Be pro-active in the learning and development of administrative tasks, procedures, processes and standards and ensure correct practice Ensure that all shift tasks are carried out according to the required standard and take responsibility in providing full handovers to all relevant parties/shifts. Here at Quest Apartments Hotels, we promote an Enterprising and Winning Mindset. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable; however, we are looking for candidates who have the right attitude to learn, good problem-solving skills and the ability to apply these to the job role. This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Receptionist. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Health Insurance Refer a Friend bonus Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is a Singapore company that has grown to be one of the leading international lodging owner-operators. Ascott's portfolio spans over 220 cities across more than 40 countries in Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the USA. Ascott has about 94,000 operating units and more than 64,000 units under development, making a total of about 159,000 units in over 900 properties. As part of The Ascott Limited, Quest Apartments Hotels offers contemporary and sleek studios and apartments with modern comforts, business connectivity and additional services that can be customised to our guests’ lifestyle and needs, with prime locations worldwide. If you are excited by a career in Hospitality and have a passion for providing great customer service, we look forward to hearing from you. Required skills: Customer Service, Customer Focus, Time Management, Organisation Skills, Team Work, Attention to Detail, Communication, Problem Solving, Multitasking £11.00 per hour The leading serviced residence owner-operators, The Ascott Limited is a Singapore-owned company with over 30,000 operating serviced residence units in key cities of the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. Currently, with more than 22,000 units under development, the Company accounts to a total of more than 53,000 units in over 300 properties. With an award-winning portfolio spanning three prestigious brands, we offer the exclusive and refined experience of modern living, no matter where your travels take you next.
Responsibilities: · Install, configure, and maintain servers and server applications. · Monitor server performance, conduct regular updates, and troubleshoot server-related issues. · Manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls. · Ensure network security, performance, and reliability. · Install and update software and applications on servers and workstations. · Maintain software licenses and track usage. · Implement data backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data. · Test backup and recovery processes regularly. · Implement and maintain security protocols and policies. · Monitor security breaches and respond to incidents. · Create, modify, and delete user accounts. · Manage user permissions and access rights. · Maintain an inventory of IT hardware and equipment. · Plan for hardware upgrades and replacements. · Document configurations, processes, and procedures. · Generate regular reports on system performance and compliance. · Collaborate with project teams to provide IT infrastructure support. · Ensure that project-related IT requirements are met. Skills and Qualifications: · A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is often required. · One to two years of relevant experience. · Proficiency in operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux/Unix, and sometimes macOS. · Networking skills including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, routing, and firewalls. · Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or XenServer. · Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. · Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. · Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. · Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.