Office Manager

Job Overview

Sintela Ltd is a company that designs and sells fibre-based sensing solutions that enable customers to apply advanced sensing technology to their business, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Office Manager to support both the financial and HR administration of their office in Pill, Bristol, to support the day to day financial. HR Administration and general office function. This role focuses on accuracy, organisation, and timely processing of data. The successful candidate will work closely with finance manager and other departments to ensure general office administration.

Duties

  • Process financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, purchase orders, and expense claims
  • Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting systems with data entry
  • Process bank payments
  • Reconcile accounts, such as bank statements, supplier accounts, and customer accounts.
  • Respond to internal and external queries in a timely and professional manner
  • Monitor outstanding payments and follow up on overdue sales invoices
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations
  • Managing and maintaining the accounts email box, ensuring swift replies to customers and suppliers.
  • Answering the office phone and door.
  • General HR support, onboarding of new employees, checking right to work doc's, and processing security clearances.
  • Ensuring all staff personal details are up to date and maintained within our systems.

Requirements

  • Previous Experience of office management and HR Administration
  • Strong numerical and data entry skills
  • Good understanding of basic bookkeeping principles.
  • Understanding of accounting software Xero is an advantage and Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities
  • Good communication skills for liaising with colleagues, customers and suppliers
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
  • The successful candidate will need a driving license

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A*-C or 9-4) including English and Maths
  • Previous experience in a finance, accounts, HR or administrative role is beneficial
  • IT Proficiency: Strong competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with office management software.
  • Training in bookkeeping or accounting is an advantage

Personal Attributes

  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Proactive and willing to learn
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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