Our client, a luxury holiday stay company in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Part Time Office Manager/Bookkeeper to join their busy team. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, with a strong financial understanding, Office Management experience within a smaller company and happy to work 25 hours a week.
Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire
Salary: £35,000- £40,000 pro rata per annum.
Contract: Part time- 25 hours a week
This is a unique hybrid role that requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a reactive environment. You will act as the Office Manager and Bookkeeper ensuring the seamless day-to-day operation and internal communications.
Office Support:
- Provide high-level Office Manager and Bookkeeper support
- Manage VAT returns, keeping all records up to date
- Liaising with HMRC
- Invoicing
- Making payments
- Handle confidential information with discretion
- Draft internal and external communications
- Liaise with all staff on behalf of executives
- Streamline internal communication and decision-making processes
- Identify operational inefficiencies and help implement improvements
Other Duties as Required:
- Take on any ad-hoc tasks to ensure the smooth running of the business and support the Founders in their day-to-day responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Office Manager/Bookkeeper or similar hybrid role
- Impeccable organisational and time management skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Ability to multitask, prioritise and operate with discretion
- Confident working with senior stakeholders and external partners
- Proficiency in XERO and other accountancy packages
Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven 5 years + experience as an Office Manager /Bookkeeper
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities and changing business needs.
- Enthusiastic, flexible and approachable demeanour.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with various teams.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to remain professionally calm within an ever-changing environment.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism.
Attributes:
- A proactive, can-do attitude with adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced and leader in the hospitality/real estate sector. This role is perfect for someone eager to progress their bookkeeping and office management skills.
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