Operations & Finance Manager £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum Location: Wickford Operations and Finance Manager required to join a well established and growing childcare provider in Wickford. This is a hybrid role, 3 days from home and 2 in head off, based in Wickford. The company employ over 130 staff across 11 sites, comprised mostly of childcare employees. As the Finance & Operations Manager, you will be responsible for two direct reports, who make up the admin team. The ideal candidate will have a background in either Operations or Finance, or ideally a combination of both. You will be able support the finance team with bookkeeping, and general day to day financial tasks. In addition, you will take a broad view of the business, overseeing procurement audits, running costs, staff operations and more. Day to Day Responsibilities Work to support the Director of Operations who oversees Company operations, programs and the finance of the company. Assist the Director of Operations in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and company investments for development and expansion. Manage the admin team that oversees administration of bookings, payments and setting management. Ensure the smooth running of the settings intake and management of payments, budget and payroll. Assist in overseeing, supporting and maintaining the implementation and delivery of operations, programs, services and activities that focus on company growth. Assist in the identification and evaluation of opportunities to improve business effectiveness to achieve goals and make recommendations and/or modifications to improve performance Participate in budget development and monitors and reports expenditures in adherence with budget and development opportunities. Align daily operations to meet strategy targets Ensure daily bank reconciliations of both accounts receivable and payable, as well as customer account management including any debt recovery. Assist in the production of Monthly Management Accounts as well as year-end Financial Statements Assist in the development, documentation and implementation of business processes. Benefits, Pay & Working Hours A basic salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience 50% off childcare Sick Pay and Medical 20 days holiday, plus bank holiday Addition day of for birthday Free onsite parking Amazing opportunities for leaning and growth, whilst working with a fun and friendly team 9-5 flexible & hybrid working environment