Office Administrator

Office Administrator (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract with Potential for Permanent Position)
Location: IPH Fire Solutions Ltd
Part of the Ranger Fire & Security Group – one of the UK's fastest-growing fire and security businesses
Office based: Haslingden, Lancashire
About the Role
IPH Fire Solutions Ltd, part of the rapidly expanding Ranger Fire & Security Group, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Office Administrator to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.
This is a varied and hands-on role that will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. The successful candidate will have strong administrative experience and be confident using Xero and Simpro, with experience in payroll, invoicing, purchasing, and compliance documentation.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing and managing weekly/monthly payroll
* Raising and processing customer invoices
* Managing and maintaining BSI and compliance documentation
* Setting up and maintaining new supplier and subcontractor accounts
* Assisting with end-of-month (EOM) reporting and group reporting requirements
* Processing purchase orders, supplier invoices, and purchasing activities
* Supporting finance and operational teams with administrative tasks
* Ensuring accurate record keeping and data management within Xero and Simpro
* Handling general office administration duties
* Providing support to management and wider business operations as required
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience in an office administration role
* Strong working knowledge of Xero and Simpro
* Payroll processing experience
* Experience with invoicing, purchasing, and financial administration
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Desirable Skills
* Experience working within the fire, security, construction, or service industries
* Knowledge of BSI standards and compliance processes
* Experience preparing management or group reporting information
What We Offer
* Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation
* Supportive and professional working environment
* Exposure to a fast-paced and expanding business
* Potential for the role to become a permanent position
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Benefits:
·Salary £24,888K - £26,924K based on experience
·Pension scheme and employee benefits
·Private health insurance
·Life insurance
·Employee Assistance Program
·25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy additional days)
·Clear career progression within a fast-growing Group
·Supportive, collaborative team culture
Equal Opportunities Statement
As an equal opportunities employer, RangerFS is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Ranger.
If you are a motivated and organised administrator looking to join a successful and growing company, we'd love to hear from you.
IPH Fire Solutions Ltd is proud to be part of the Ranger Fire & Security Group