Senior Back Office Manager

Senior Back Office Manager

Location: Wetherby

Salary: Up to £45,000 + benefits

Start Date: Early August

About the Company

Our client is a well established and growing engineering firm based in Wetherby, known for delivering high quality solutions and maintaining strong relationships across their sector. With continued expansion, they are now seeking a highly capable and versatile Senior Back Office Manager to take ownership of their core administrative and financial operations.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a key senior appointment within the business. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of the company's back office function while supporting strategic growth initiatives.

This is a varied and hands on role, perfect for someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys managing multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing the completion of company accounts
• Full responsibility for invoicing processes
• Managing the monthly payroll function
• Leading debt management and credit control activities
• Ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures
• Supporting and maintaining health & safety compliance
• Working closely with the MD and senior team to drive operational efficiency
• Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero accounting software
• Collaborating with internal teams to align with the STRATTI manufacturing system

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a proactive and highly organised professional with strong financial and operational expertise.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience in a senior back office / finance / operations management role
• Strong working knowledge of Xero accounting software
• Experience managing accounts, payroll, invoicing, and credit control
• Understanding of HR processes and health & safety regulations
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
• AAT qualification (or equivalent) preferred
• Ideally based within commuting distance of Wetherby

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000
• A varied, fast paced role within a supportive and growing organisation
• Direct involvement with senior leadership and business strategy
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the company's future growth

  If you are a skilled and adaptable senior professional looking for your next challenge in a dynamic engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.