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Finance & Operations Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance & Operations Manager to play a pivotal role at the heart of the Investor Forum, a leading professional not-for-profit organisation with a small, collaborative team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. This hands-on position offers the chance to lead financial management, budgeting, governance and business operations, working closely with senior leadership to drive organisational success. If you ve also worked in the following roles, we d also like to hear from you: Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Finance Manager & HR Lead, Business Operations Manager SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 Base Salary + 15% allowance to purchase flexible benefits such as pensions, health and life insurance or to take as cash + Discretionary Bonus + 30 Days Annual Leave plus 8 Days Bank Holiday LOCATION: Hybrid / Central London (NW1) (3 Days per Week from the Office; Tues to Thurs, 2 Days Working from Home; Monday and Friday) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience along with a Covering Letter explaining your interest in the role. JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance & Operations Manager to join the Investor Forum, a respected professional not-for-profit organisation operating at the forefront of investor stewardship and financial services. As a Finance & Operations Manager you will take ownership of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and audit, alongside overseeing governance, compliance and operational delivery across the organisation. The Finance & Operations Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making through financial modelling, risk management and effective business operations. This role would suit a proactive Finance & Operations Manager with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and experience using finance systems such as Xero within a professional environment. ABOUT US Established in 2014, the Investor Forum is a not for profit, membership organisation at the forefront of investor stewardship practice in the UK, with a team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. We work with 50+ investment firms across projects, events and engagements, and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders in the financial services industry. DUTIES Your duties as the Finance & Operations Manager include: Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial models Accounts And Audit Management: Oversee year-end accounts and coordinate the audit process Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage purchase and sales invoices and reconciliations Finance Systems Management: Maintain Xero, including VAT, bank and credit card reconciliations Supplier and Vendor Management: Manage third-party providers including IT, HR and professional services Reporting and oversight: Prepare reports, agendas and minutes for board operating committee meetings Operational Management: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of office and business operations Risk and Compliance: Maintain risk register, internal controls and business continuity processes HR Administration: Oversee payroll, policies, recruitment and employee lifecycle activities Insurance and Policy Management: Maintain organisational insurance and policy frameworks CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a finance manager, financial controller or similar finance and operations role Strong financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial reporting Experience with accounting software such as Xero and strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills with high attention to detail Proven ability to work independently and within a small team environment Experience supporting audits, compliance and governance processes Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills DESIRABLE Bookkeeping or accounting qualification Experience within a not-for-profit, membership or SME environment Interest in financial services, capital markets or investor relations NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14621 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of The Investor Forum AWD-IN-SPJ

Job Title : Human Resources (HR) Administrator Place of work: Employed by Morson Edge, primarily based at our Client site in Yeovil. With possible occasional support to other local sites and offices as reasonably required. Reporting Line: Head Of Operations Job Purpose The Head of Operations will be your line manager and will require a degree of support; however, a main element of the role is to work with and assist the Contract Support Officer and the Resources Support Manager (HR). In addition to the Head of Operations these colleagues will offer guidance and assign tasks to ensure a cohesive and high-quality HR service is delivered each day. Tasks and Responsibilities The primary tasks and responsibilities of the job role will include but not be limited to: - Starters and Leavers Support the new starter process, collecting and escorting new starters from reception to the Morson On-Site office, offering refreshments and introducing new starters to the wider on-site team. Facilitate the Morson Edge company induction and introduction process to include process overview and associated documentation for elements such as time recording, absence procedures, holidays and SAP hours booking processes ( where applicable ). As part of the leavers and exit process conduct exit interviews, finish leavers with payroll and arrange the safe return of company property. Absence Collation and recording of holiday, leave and sickness absence, updating the relevant company databases as appropriate. Conduct return to work (RTW) interviews following periods of sickness absence, highlighting absence concerns to the Contract Support Officer and Resources Support Manager (HR). Time Recording Maintain timesheets/clocking and overtime records, using the relevant Morson Edge and Client software and databases, ensuring all inconsistencies are raised with the appropriate Morson or Client, client Management. Payroll - Responsible for accurate and timely collation, input, and submission of data to Payroll, including salary and allowance adjustments and overtime payments. Ensuring that the monthly payroll entries are checked against input and that any inconsistencies are raised with payroll and recorded. Employment Paperwork Raise offer letters, contracts of employment and new starter payroll drafts for new employees. Ensure that documentation and administrative output is produced in a professional and compliant manner and that the management of personnel files and employee correspondence is in accordance with Morson procedures. Produce probation paperwork, annual PDR paperwork, six monthly PDR paperwork and schedule PDR appointments. Health & Welfare Support employees with welfare concerns (training can be provided). Conduct welfare check ins with employees as required and liaise with company occupational health if applicable to support employees. Co-ordination of regular personnel health screening and associated Occupational Health appointments. Other General Tasks Supplier Liaison Arrange training requirements for employees, liaising with training providers and maintaining accurate development and spend trackers. Coordinate travel requirements for Morson staff, liaising with our travel provider and processing any travel expenses incurred via payroll. Support the Resources Support Manager (HR) with administration around benefits such as health care and pensions and undertake health care cash plan and pension broker liaison, including the use of supplier portals. Reward & Recognition Administer good show awards and long service awards in accordance with the instructions and processes in place. Administer and issue staff birthday cards and other gifts. Recruitment To support the Contract Support Officer, you may be required to forward CVs to hiring client, Client Managers, escort applicants, secure meeting rooms and arrange interviews. General Administration Assist in preparation of weekly/monthly/quarterly reports as requested to support contract delivery including preparation of correspondence and PowerPoint presentations. Attend and conduct where necessary contract delivery and review meetings as required. Co-ordinate and organise meetings and conferences, taking meeting notes and distributing as required. Act as chair or notetaker in HR investigations, hearings and disciplinaries. Provide general administration support to the team and management including but not limited to photocopying, filing, raising correspondence, and completing spreadsheets. Alongside colleagues coordinate refreshments for office visitors, in particular Client, client management and any associated housekeeping. Undertake any other duties within capability and experience as directed by the Head of Operations, Contract Support Officer or Resources Support Manager. Maintain a customer is always right ethos with the Client, client management and with Morson employed workers where appropriate. Skills & Attributes Ability to operate in a flexible, organised, consistent and committed manner. Capable of working calmly and accurately under pressure to strict deadlines. Good interpersonal skills and a confident approach to personal communications and the maintenance of discretion and confidentiality. Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm, and commitment to high quality standards. Ability to communicate with senior management, customers, and staff by effectively expressing ideas and information clearly and concisely in verbal and visual form. Ability to work in a team and to proactively support the team around you. Ability to accept responsibility and willingness to learn new skills. This may include attending courses for personal development and instruction in new process, away from site if necessary. Qualifications & Experience An NVQ LEVEL 3 or equivalent experience in Administration or Business or Personnel Management would be advantageous but not essential. Good working knowledge of office IT applications including MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Outlook

Job Title: People HR Manager Location: St Albans Contract / Hour: Monday to Friday (9am-5pm) Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 per annum Industry: Professional Services Make a Real Impact Where People Come First Ourt client is looking for a People HR Manager to help them nurture a positive, progressive and high-performing culture where everyone can do their best work. Working closely with the Head of People, this is a hands-on role that balances strategic HR thinking with operational delivery. You'll lead and support key HR functions, champion employee wellbeing, and help shape the future of our workplace culture. Daily Responsibilities: HR Operations & Lifecycle Management Lead, coach and develop the People Officer. Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle: oRecruitment & onboarding - attract and secure top talent. oInduction - ensure smooth integration and values alignment. oPayroll - manage the payroll process and authorise monthly reports. oPensions - ensure compliance with legislation. oPerformance - support line managers and drive continuous improvement. oInternal changes, probation, exits & offboarding. Keep HR policies and processes up to date, legally compliant, and in line with Lexcel/ISO standards. Support the creation of an HR data dashboard to analyse key people metrics and inform decisions. Employee Relations & Culture Be the first point of contact for HR queries, approachable, consistent, and solutions-focused. Manage employee relations casework with care and professionalism. Support return-to-work interviews and monitor absence patterns. Work with the Head of People on training needs analysis and, where appropriate, deliver in-house training. Assist with key people projects including apprenticeships, Trainee programmes, and L&D initiatives. Provide absence cover for People support roles. Stay ahead of developments in employment law and best practice, supporting our culture of continuous improvement. Essential skills & experience: Solid experience in a managerial or senior advisory HR role. Ideally experience within Law or professional services Experience managing high-volume, fast-paced HR operations. A relevant degree or CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience). A confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels. Proven line management experience. A good understanding of current UK employment law. Strong IT skills and experience with HRIS systems. Comfortable using and interpreting HR data and metrics. Experience within professional services or a commercially driven environment. Discreet, trustworthy, and empathetic. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're a proactive HR professional who thrives on making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Senior to join a well-established accountancy firm. The organisation provides comprehensive accounting, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of clients across Yorkshire and beyond. As a Payroll Senior, you will manage payroll services for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of all payroll processes. This full-time role offers hybrid working options, salary £30,000 - £35,000 for 35 hours work week and benefits. You will be responsible for: Processing weekly, monthly, and annual payrolls for clients. Managing auto-enrolment workplace pensions and payrolled benefits Ensuring payroll information is accurate and communicated to clients and relevant staff. Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC. Handling and resolving payroll queries efficiently. Using Sage 50 Payroll, QuickBooks, and Xero for payroll processing. Staying up to date with payroll legislation and applying it correctly. Preparing and submitting P11D forms. Completing BACS submissions accurately and on time. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Payroll Senior, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Supervisor, Payroll Executive, Payroll Manager, payroll Lead, Payroll Officer, Payroll Consultant, Senior Payroll Administrator or in a similar role. Experience working in a payroll bureau or practice environment, ideally handling multiple clients. Knowledge of payroll software including Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero. Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Comfortable working across multiple client accounts simultaneously. Full UK driving licence. What's on offer: Competitive salary Supportive and inclusive team environment Modern offices with on-site parking Regular team-building and social events Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression Apply now for this great Payroll Senior opportunity to join a respected payroll services organisation and develop your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Assistant to join an independent accountancy firm, delivering comprehensive payroll solutions for a diverse range of clients. As a Payroll Assistant, you will manage a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing while supporting overall team objectives. This full-time role offers salary circa £24,000 - £28,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Processing assigned client payrolls accurately and on schedule. Inputting data and preparing detailed payroll reports. Highlighting anomalies or issues to clients and supporting resolution. Ensuring timely submissions and payments to HMRC, pensions, and other third parties. Maintaining payroll records in line with statutory requirements. Assisting with month-end, year-end, and ad-hoc payroll tasks. Supporting audit readiness and identifying discrepancies or risks. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Payroll Assistant, Payroll administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Executive, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Coordinator, Junior Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Junior, Accounting Technician or in a similar role. Experience in payroll administration. Knowledge of payroll concepts including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, holiday pay, SSP, SMP, and related legislation. Ideally have 1 year of payroll experience. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll software. What's on offer: Competitive salary Company pension scheme A supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for development. Apply now for this great Payroll Assistant opportunity to join a respected payroll services organisation and develop your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Senior Payroll Officer - Cardiff - 6-9 months We're recruiting for a Senior Payroll Officer to join a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. This is a 6-month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension to 9 months. The role offers hybrid working (2 days in office), a 35-hour week, and a supportive team environment.This is a hands-on position suited to someone confident in managing complex payroll tasks, statutory reporting, and mentoring junior staff. You'll be working closely with HR, Finance, and IT to support payroll operations and contribute to ongoing system improvements. Key Responsibilities: Lead monthly payroll processing for all staffManage complex queries and statutory payments (SMP, SPP, etc.)Submit quarterly and annual HMRC returnsOversee pension and expense paymentsMentor Payroll Administrators and support team developmentProvide payroll analytics and reportingAttend cross-functional meetings and support system upgradesReconcile and authorise weekly expense payments Requirements:Strong working knowledge of PAYE, pensions, and salary sacrificeExperience with payroll systems and process improvementConfident using Excel and producing reports for stakeholdersA recognised payroll qualification is essential This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make an impact in a well-run payroll function, with the flexibility and support to deliver high-quality work. #