Accounts & Office Manager

SER Limited; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based SME is seeking an Accounts & Office Manager to manage finance, HR, and administrative functions. Responsibilities include producing management accounts, overseeing payroll and compliance, and ensuring efficient office operations. Ideal candidates will have strong finance experience and familiarity with Sage and BrightPay software. The role is based in Derby and offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Pension

25 days holiday excluding statutory days

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
• Prepare and monitor both short-term and long-term cashflow forecasts.
• Raise sales invoices and monitor project financial status.
• Process monthly payroll using BrightPay.
• Input and maintain staff timesheets, holidays, and absence records.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
• Supervise the admin function and support smooth daily operations.

Skills

Strong background in finance from transactional level through to management accounts

Experienced in Sage and BrightPay software

Knowledge of CIS and reverse charge VAT

Understanding of project costing and WIP

Experience in payroll processing and HR administration

Previous experience managing or mentoring staff

Background in an SME environment; manufacturing experience advantageous

Job description

Overview

Accounts & Office Manager

Location: Derby

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 plus pension and 25 days holiday excluding statutory day

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance & Operations Manager to play a key role in overseeing the financial, HR, and administrative functions of our business. This is a hands-on and varied position suited to someone who thrives in an SME environment, where you\'ll have visibility across all areas of the company and make a real impact on its success.

You will be responsible for producing management accounts, managing cashflow, overseeing payroll and HR processes, and ensuring the smooth running of the office. Working closely with senior management, you\'ll help drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across all business operations.

Responsibilities

• Finance
  • Produce monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
  • Prepare and monitor both short-term and long-term cashflow forecasts.
  • Raise sales invoices and monitor project financial status.
  • Maintain and update the fixed asset register.
  • Produce and file quarterly VAT returns.
  • Calculate WIP and deferred income; review final project costs.
  • Oversee credit card and expense monitoring.
• HR & Payroll
  • Process monthly payroll using BrightPay.
  • Input and maintain staff timesheets, holidays, and absence records.
  • Calculate average holiday pay and manage auto-enrolment pension submissions via True Potential.
  • Prepare offer letters, contracts, and new starter documentation.
  • Support recruitment and candidate management.
  • Provide management with HR advice and legislative updates.
• Office & Operations
  • Oversee company insurances, utilities, and service contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
  • Manage property maintenance and premises upkeep.
  • Supervise the admin function and support smooth daily operations.
  • Attend management meetings and produce minutes.

Qualifications / Skills

• Strong background in finance from transactional level through to management accounts.
• Experienced in Sage and BrightPay software.
• Knowledge of CIS and reverse charge VAT.
• Understanding of project costing and WIP.
• Experience in payroll processing and HR administration.
• Previous experience managing or mentoring staff.
• Background in an SME environment; manufacturing experience advantageous.

How to Apply

Interested in applying? Call Becky Kerridge on (phone number removed) or email with your current CV.