Finance & Operations Manager (3-Month FTC)

📍 Warrington (Hybrid - 3 days in office)
💰 £50,000 - £60,000 (pro rata)

Overview

We're working with an exciting new client in Warrington who is seeking a Finance and Operations Manager to join them on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract.

This is a broad, hands-on role that combines finance, reporting, and HR responsibilities, offering the opportunity to take ownership of key processes within a fast-paced environment. While initially a contract role, there may be potential for extension depending on business needs.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance operations, including invoicing, accruals, journals, and month-end processes
• Oversee credit control activities and support effective cash flow management
• Process supplier payments (BACS, faster payments, and international transactions)
• Manage employee expenses and company credit card reconciliations
• Prepare and review management accounts, including P&L, GP, and net profit against budget
• Support cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Monitor key performance metrics such as overdue invoices and project performance
• Ensure all project revenue is accurately invoiced in line with timelines
• Work closely with operational teams to maintain accurate forecasting and identify financial risks or opportunities
• Maintain accuracy across internal systems and ensure data integrity
• Coordinate monthly payroll with external providers, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
• Manage employee lifecycle administration, including onboarding, changes, and offboarding
• Maintain HR records and support employee queries
• Administer employee benefits and track annual leave and TOIL
• Oversee finance and HR systems, ensuring efficiency and identifying process improvements

Working Pattern

• Hybrid working - 3 days in the Warrington office
• Core hours of 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Flexibility around start and finish times

Candidate Profile

• Strong experience in finance operations and reporting
• Comfortable managing payroll coordination and HR administration
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident working across multiple systems (e.g. Xero)
• Proactive, hands-on, and able to manage a varied workload

Additional Information

• Initial 3-month fixed-term contract
• Opportunity to support a growing business in a broad, impactful role