Finance & Office Manager (9 month FTC)

Alexander Daniels; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Daniels Limited is seeking a Finance & Office Manager on a 9‑month FTC basis to support both financial operations and day‑to‑day running of the business. The role combines finance, office management, HR administration and business support, reporting directly to the Directors.

You will own the finance function, manage payroll, VAT, cash flow and reporting, and coordinate budgets alongside senior leadership in a collaborative small‑business environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, bookkeeping or accounts roles.
• Familiarity with payroll, pensions, VAT returns and credit control.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities including AP, AR and GL postings.
• Process supplier, receipts, and sales invoices accurately and timely.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain financial records.
• Administer payroll, pensions, staff expenses and records.
• Coordinate VAT provisions and quarterly VAT returns.
• Oversee credit control and chasing overdue payments.
• Liaise with external accountants and financial advisors as required.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash flow reports.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts and management reporting with Directors.
• Maintain P&L reports and budget tracking documents.
• Analyze financial performance and KPI variances for monthly meetings.
• Support financial planning and ensure budgets reflect business changes.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations and HR administration (onboarding/offboarding).
• Assist with Health & Safety administration and office systems/projects.
• Complete supplier onboarding and compliance paperwork.
• Manage company inbox and assist Directors with document management.
• Coordinate general office administration (phones, post, filing, supplies).

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Financial reporting

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a growing and dynamic business seeking a Finance & Office Manager (9 month FTC) to play a key role in supporting both the financial operations and day-to-day running of the organisation. This is a varied position that combines finance, office management, HR administration, and business support responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working within a collaborative small business environment. Reporting directly to the Directors, you will take ownership of the finance function while also supporting operational processes across the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger postings.
• Process supplier invoices, receipts, and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Administer payroll, pensions, staff expenses, and associated records.
• Calculate monthly VAT and Corporation Tax provisions and coordinate quarterly VAT returns.
• Manage credit control activities, ensuring invoices are paid within agreed terms.
• Liaise with external accountants and other financial advisors as required.
• Monitor company cash flow and prepare regular cash flow reports.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and management reports alongside the Directors.
• Maintain profit and loss reports and budget tracking documents.
• Analyse and report on financial performance, budget variances, and key business KPIs.
• Participate in monthly finance meetings, providing insights and recommendations.
• Support financial planning and ensure budgets reflect significant business changes.
• Oversee efficient day-to-day office operations.
• Support HR administration, including onboarding, offboarding, staff records.
• Assist with office-based Health & Safety administration.
• Support project administration through systems and workflow management
• Complete supplier onboarding documentation and company compliance paperwork.
• Manage and monitor the company inbox and assist Directors with email and document management.
• Coordinate general office administration, including phones, post, filing, and ordering office supplies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a finance, bookkeeping, or accounts position.
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA.
• Hands-on experience with payroll, pensions, VAT returns, and credit control.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software, ideally Xero.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.