Finance and Operations Manager – Commercial Property Industry
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (DOE) plus excellent benefits

We are seeking an experienced Finance and Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and provide internal support in finance and HR for a dynamic and growing company in the commercial property industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance:

• Manage Xero Accounting, including invoicing, credit control, and reconciliation.
• Oversee company and interrelated bank accounts and handle day-to-day payments.
• Administer payroll management and pension schemes.
• Act as the main contact between the company and external accountants, assisting with VAT returns and monthly management accounts.
• Check, approve, and process staff expenses each month.
• Review and approve invoices for payment and manage monthly supplier pay runs.
• Oversee office costs and credit card spending.

HR/Culture:

• Oversee high-level HR duties, including recruitment and arranging interviews.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, including Right to Work checks and drafting employment contracts.
• Promote company values and lead the company culture alongside senior management.
• Assist with the preparation for the company’s annual business update 'Away day.'
• Manage annual leave requests and sick leave using Timetastic.
• Maintain relationships with universities supporting our apprentices.
• Take ownership of the Staff Handbook and update policies as necessary.
• Assist with planning and scheduling annual appraisals and development check-ins.

Operations:

• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Strategise and implement process improvements.
• Ensure all necessary insurance is in place, including Professional Indemnity renewals and Employer’s Liability.
• Mentor and support the small admin team.
• Provide cover for the administration team during absences and take on some office management tasks.

Person Specification:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accountancy, or a related field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Xero Accounting.
• Excellent communicator, fluent in written and spoken English.
• Extremely organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Enthusiastic, driven, and a team player.
• An interest in the commercial property industry is preferred.

Benefits:

This role is based in stunning offices in Manchester City Centre, with the flexibility to work one day per week from home.

If you are a proactive, organised, and enthusiastic individual looking to take on a challenging role in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

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