Office & Finance Administration Manager

An excellent opportunity for a Finance Office Manager to join a well-established company Job Type: Fixed Terms – 12-14 months. Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience. Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UK’s market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small Finance Team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller, and a Management Accountant. In this role, you will oversee Newgate’s day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and the preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports and submissions. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing petty cash and expense payments, alongside supporting the Management Accountant with budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting. As a key member of the management team, the Finance Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting and improving financial processes in all areas of the organisation. Team Management: management of a small team, including recruitment, motivation, performance management, coaching & development * Payroll & Expenses: prepare 4-weekly payroll including stakeholder pensions & preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports & submissions * Oversee the work of the Credit Controller * Purchase Ledger: oversee work of two purchase ledger members of staff * Insurance: responsible for business insurance queries and (if required) claims * Audits: working with external bodies with audit work including year-end reports * VAT: preparing VAT returns and other tax work * Support and manage the Assistant Management Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to external accounts for review & completion Hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) * Some Payroll experience * Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills) * Employee’s legal duties under Health & Safety at work act 1974 states that all employees should take reasonable care of themself and of other persons who may be affected by acts or omissions at work. If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.