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Description MCG Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager within a well-established hospitality business known for delivering outstanding guest experiences. What makes the perfect pub? It's great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that's at the heart of everything we do. Our client is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. They deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing their core values of respect, customer focus, warmth and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy. The Location Sitting in a commanding position overlooking a popular sandy beach, this striking art deco-style building has been fully renovated to create a vibrant coastal destination. The venue offers stunning sea views and direct access to the seafront, making it a favourite spot for both visitors and locals. The site features a large pub restaurant with approximately 250 indoor and 300 outdoor covers, alongside a takeaway serving classic seaside favourites and a popular ice cream and coffee parlour, creating a lively and welcoming coastal experience. You'll Fit Right Inn As an Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the General Manager to ensure the inn feels like a home away from home for guests. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will help lead the team, manage daily operations and create a welcoming, efficient environment for both staff and visitors. In this role, you will work closely with the General Manager to oversee daily duties, lead a team to deliver company standards, and support the inn's day-to-day operations. You'll need to be hands-on, approachable and confident leading by example, helping to foster a positive and collaborative atmosphere. Responsibilities will include: Managing shift operations within a busy, fast-paced environment Supporting the team to deliver exceptional guest service Completing key administrative tasks Liaising with chefs, management and suppliers Managing stock control, stocktakes and ordering Assisting with accounts processes Supporting guest communications and operational needs, including occasional overnight responsibilities when required MCG#1

Role Summary We are looking for a Finance Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including billing, payroll, and accounts payable, while ensuring the financial health of our nurseries. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the nursery manager and directors. The Finance Lead will report to the Operations Manager and will line manage a Finance Assistant. Salary This position has a starting salary of £30,000, with the view of it rising to £32,000 upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Essential Qualifications & Skills Proven experience in a finance management or lead role, preferably within the education or nursery sector. Proficiency with payroll software and a demonstrated ability to help us on our digital journey by implementing efficient, modern financial processes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Qualifications Proficiency with financial software, specifically Xero and Dext. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A full driving licence. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting and Auditing Produce quarterly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to provide a clear overview of financial performance. Carry out monthly audits to accurately monitor occupancy and fee income across all settings. Conduct quarterly financial audits to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provide monthly income and expenditure updates to the directors. Attend monthly management meetings with the management team, Operations Manager, and Directors to discuss any financial concerns. Agree on transactions in both Dext and Xero to ensure accurate bookkeeping. Billing and Accounts Receivable Manage all monthly billing runs and ensure fees are accurately calculated and invoiced. Deal with all fee enquiries and make necessary amendments, including adjusting fees for two-year age changes and invoicing for additional sessions. Calculate and create new fee policies for new starters. Calculate annual fee increases, create new fee policies for all children, and liaise with the nursery management team to roll out the increases. Allocate daily fees to the correct accounts to maintain up-to-date records on our parent portal. Ensure timely payment of fees by parents and proactively chase outstanding debt on a monthly basis. Assist the nursery manager with fee-related complaints. Payroll and Staff Administration Manage payroll deductions for sickness and additional hours on a daily basis, keeping wage sheets up to date. Calculate and manage annual leave entitlements for all staff. Log and monitor sickness absences, creating reports on high sickness volumes and sharing them with the nursery management team and Operations Manager. Process monthly staff wages, managing any increases or changes to contracted hours. Liaise with external accountants for payroll and any other financial related matters, meeting with them quarterly. Operations and Management Line manage a Finance Assistant, providing guidance and support to ensure team goals are met. Upload and log invoices daily, splitting them between settings as necessary. Ensure invoices and receipts are paid within the agreed timescale. Manage and monitor all purchase order requests, including sourcing the best suppliers and overseeing if the request is essential or non-essential. Work closely with the Operations manager to monitor occupancy across all settings and support business growth. Work location schedule: You will be required to spend two days per week at each nursery setting (Heaton and Gosforth) and one day per week at the Heaton head office. TPBN1_UKTJ