Operations Manager - People & Finance

<p>We are working with a growing technology-led business that is looking to recruit an experienced Operations Manager to oversee both People (HR) and Finance operations.</p><p>This is a key and varied role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to support business growth by ensuring efficient processes, strong financial control, and a positive, well-managed working environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As an Operations Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day people and finance operations, working closely with teams across the business to ensure everything runs smoothly, compliantly, and efficiently.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Operations:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing accounts payable and receivable processes.</li><li>Overseeing direct debits and ensuring timely payments.</li><li>Monitoring and reporting on outstanding debt and implementing processes to reduce this.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for finance queries from customers, suppliers, and external accountants.</li></ul><p><strong>People (HR) Operations:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing HR administration, ensuring records and systems are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Overseeing onboarding and offboarding processes.</li><li>Supporting performance management processes, including reviews and feedback cycles.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and employment legislation.</li><li>Coordinating training, e-learning, and development initiatives.</li><li>Supporting health & safety compliance, including training requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Recruitment & Talent:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, and interview coordination.</li><li>Liaising with recruitment partners where required.</li><li>Supporting learning and development initiatives across the business.</li></ul><p><strong>Culture & Office Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting a positive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Coordinating company events and team engagement initiatives.</li><li>Assisting with office management to ensure a well-run workplace.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll & Reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting payroll processes, including expenses, overtime, and benefits administration.</li><li>Managing company benefits such as vehicle schemes.</li><li>Tracking and reporting on HR metrics including absence, turnover, and engagement.</li></ul><p><strong>Within this position, you'll need the following:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an Operations, HR, or Finance-focused role.</li><li>Strong understanding of finance processes, including accounts payable/receivable.</li><li>Experience managing HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.</li><li>Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams.</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information confidentially</li><li>Experience using HR systems and financial software (Xero and BrightHR or equivalent).</li></ul><p><strong><u>Hours and Salary</u></strong></p><ul><li>Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm</li><li>20 days holiday (excluding the period between xmas and new year and banks</li><li>EV car salary sacrifice sche,e</li><li>Free on site parking</li></ul><p>Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.</p><p> Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p><p> See our website for more details and jobs available - </p><p></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kvKO%2fmG%2frVrNp9TOW%2bgHuPsiMxC4r%2bu3g" width="0" height="0" />