Assistant Finance Manager

Chartwells Independent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Retail Manager to ensure smooth operations in a major High Street brand. This full-time role offers the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values individuality and rewards excellence. As part of a dynamic team, you will manage financial processes, support payroll, and maintain high standards of quality work. With a focus on fostering connections and promoting health and safety, this position is perfect for someone with a proactive approach and strong organizational skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the retail sector!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Environment

Great Perks

Qualifications

• Proven track record in administration and finance management.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly information into the nexus system, ensuring accuracy.
• Finalize weekly bookwork and ensure correct closure and filing.
• Support administration of Foodbuy and The Source systems.

Skills

Administration Management

Finance Management

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Excel

Payroll Processing

Data Analysis

Tools

Nexus System

Symphony Till System

SAP

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Assistant Retail Manager to help ensure the smooth running of operations in a major High Street brand on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As an Assistant Retail Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond expectations.

Shift Pattern:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat: To be confirmed
• Sun: To be confirmed

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly information into the nexus system, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Finalize weekly bookwork and ensure correct closure and electronic filing.
• Compile UDT trackers and send updates to unit managers and senior team.
• Submit UDT trackers to the Contracts Director by the deadline.
• Support administration of Foodbuy and The Source systems.
• Process weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and deadlines.
• Support investigation and resolution of payroll queries.
• Analyze OurTime system data for information requests.
• Participate in profit protection processes and audits.
• Coordinate ad hoc purchase requests.
• Act as a Compass advocate, maintaining professionalism.
• Utilize Symphony till system for data and reports.
• Contribute to financial improvements and monitor purchasing.
• Manage PO purchase orders and client invoicing.
• Complete month-end financial reviews via SAP.
• Develop relationships with clients and customers.
• Promote health and safety practices.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven track record in administration and finance management.
• Adaptable, with a proactive approach to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Enthusiastic, positive, and supportive of change.
• Experience as an assistant finance manager in high-volume outlets (minimum 2+ years).
• Good understanding of financial systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Join us at Compass to help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across thousands of venues. Enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and opportunities for growth within the industry leader.

Job Reference: com/2204/86469001/52701920/WJ #One Retail

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