Autonomous Finance & Office Lead (Sage)

Industrious Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (inclusive of bankhols

pension

Job summary

Industrious Recruitment is partnering with a well-established family-run business in Leicester to appoint a Finance & Office Manager. This office-based role offers stability and real scope to own the finance function while supporting day-to-day operations.

You will input and manage financial data using Sage, handle invoicing, manage debtors and creditors, and maintain records through to trial balance. You’ll also oversee office administration and provide basic HR support, reporting directly to

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts-based role (essential).
• Strong accounting knowledge, with the ability to manage ledgers through to trial balance.
• Experience using accounting software (Sage preferred).
• Highly organised with strong time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise across the business.
• Ability to work autonomously, multitask, and prioritise workload effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations
• Input and manage financial data using Sage
• Manage debtors and creditors, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Handle invoicing, delivery notes, and batch processing
• Raise and manage purchase orders
• Maintain and organise financial records through to trial balance
• Oversee general office management, including ordering supplies and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Support with basic HR queries and administrative tasks
• Report directly to Directors and provide financial support where required

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting knowledge

Organised

Communication

Autonomous working

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Sage

Job description

Industrious Recruitment is partnering with a well-established family-run business in Leicester to appoint a Finance & Office Manager. This office-based role offers stability and real scope to own the finance function while supporting day-to-day operations.

You will input and manage financial data using Sage, handle invoicing, manage debtors and creditors, and maintain records through to trial balance. You’ll also oversee office administration and provide basic HR support, reporting directly to