Finance & Operations Assistant

Finance & Operations Assistant
Location: Office-based in Dinnington, S25 (with flexibility for 1 day per week from home)
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £27,500 to £30,000 pro rata
About the Role
Our client, an IT managed service provider, is looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator / PA type candidate to support the day-to-day running of their business.
This is a hands-on, varied role focused on bookkeeping, administration, and keeping the business running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll take ownership of key operational tasks — particularly around finance — and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, staying on top of everything, and making a real impact in a small but growing company.
Key Responsibilities
* Finance & Bookkeeping (Core Focus)
* Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero and Business Systems
* Raise and send customer invoices accurately and on time
* Monitor outstanding invoices and proactively chase late payments
* Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records
* Reconcile bank transactions
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments
Administration & Business Support
* Manage incoming paperwork (supplier bills, receipts, documents)
* Ensure all financial documents are recorded correctly in Xero and business systems
* Keep on top of general administrative tasks across the business
* Take ownership of tasks that are important but often deprioritised
Procurement & Coordination
* Assist with ordering equipment and services
* Liaise with suppliers where required
Office & Team Support
* Keep the office running smoothly (supplies, consumables, general organisation)
* Order and manage stock such as stationery, refreshments, and essentials
* Support small team initiatives (e.g. birthday cards, team touches)
Light PA Support
* Assist with ad-hoc admin tasks for the business owner
* Help ensure key tasks and deadlines are not missed
* Act as a reliable point of support to keep things moving
About You
* Experience in bookkeeping and administration
* Strong working knowledge of Xero
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Proactive and able to take ownership without needing direction
* Comfortable chasing payments professionally and confidently
* Able to manage multiple priorities and stay on top of tasks
* Confident enough to challenge when something isn’t right or has been missed
* Friendly, approachable, and a team player
Interested? Please apply with your latest CV.
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