Office & Finance Manager Maternity Cover
| Company: | Ambitions Personnel |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 - £45,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NG2 3GG |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised Office & Finance Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This is a varied and hands-on role where you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function while supporting the wider business with administration, payroll, HR and operational tasks. The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities in a busy office environment.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Bookkeeping
• Manage the day-to-day bookkeeping function.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Process purchase and sales ledger invoices.
• Manage payment runs and employee expenses.
• Monitor the Director's Loan Account (DLA).
• Chase outstanding customer payments.
• Produce financial reports, including sales, cash flow and project profitability.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
Payroll Support
• Process weekly workshop timesheets.
• Record office overtime.
• Complete payroll journals using Sage 50 Accounts.
• Respond to employee payroll-related queries.
Sales & Project Administration
• Arrange meetings and manage the Director's diary where required.
• Assist with project costing and supplier cost checks.
• Prepare and issue quotations.
• Follow up outstanding quotations.
• Respond to customer enquiries.
• Maintain up-to-date pricing information.
• Arrange business travel, including hotels and transport.
HR Administration
• Prepare new starter documentation.
• Maintain employee holiday and absence records.
• Take meeting notes when required.
• Keep HR records up to date.
• Support recruitment activities.
Health & Safety Administration
• Assist with Health & Safety administration.
• Chase outstanding compliance paperwork.
• Coordinate employee e-learning and training.
• Arrange servicing, inspections and compliance requirements.
General Office Duties
• Order office supplies and stationery.
• Arrange MOTs and servicing for company vehicles.
• Assist with insurance renewals.
• Provide administrative support to the Director and wider team as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
• Previous bookkeeping or finance experience.
• Experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
Benefits
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Office-based role with a friendly and supportive working environment.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Company pension scheme (following qualifying period).
• Casual dress code.
• Free nearby parking.
Experience:
• Sage 50 Accounting: 2 years (required)
• Bookkeeping: 2 years (required)
If you're looking for a varied role where no two days are the same and enjoy taking ownership of a busy finance and office function, we'd love to hear from you.
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