Average Operations Accountant salary in the UK

Operations Manager - London Hybrid working £50-75k basic + equity This role is with an up-and-coming biotech startup who are on a mission to accelerate the development of more productive and sustainable foods and crops. They're currently building the world's first ML-driven target discovery platform, specifically targeting the under-served space of crop gene-editing. Their approach draws inspiration from recent advancements in the drug discovery space, incorporating cutting-edge technology to build a best-in-class discovery platform for plant sciences. Operations Manager overview: They are seeking an experienced Operations Lead to streamline financial, legal, and administrative workflows and support strategic business planning. In this role, you will oversee daily operations of the company, ensuring optimal efficiency to support growth objectives. You'll work closely with the CEO to maintain and evolve cross-functional operational strategies, in particular, as they prepare for expansion of customer collaborations and upcoming funding rounds. This is an ideal position for someone with robust operations experience looking for a dynamic, multi-faceted role within biotech. It's an incredibly exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of a truly global and transformative mission. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about impact, please read on! Operations Manager Responsibilities: Core Operational & Finance: Managing financial tasks such as invoicing, payroll, expense claims & employee benefit schemes in coordination with their outsourced accounting team; ensuring compliance with financial regulations.Legal & Compliance: Overseeing legal correspondence & contract management for employees, contractors, suppliers & HMRC; ensuring all business activities comply with regulatory requirements & necessary insurance policies are in place.People & HR: Developing & implementing HR strategies that foster a productive workplace, including recruitment, training, performance appraisal, and retention programs; adapting HR practices to support business scaling.Office Management: Ensuring all team members have the resources & environment needed to succeed, from physical workspace & facilities, to tools & technologies. Additional / Development Areas Financial Management: Working with the CEO to manage financial health, including cash flow & budgeting; preparing financial reports for investors.Strategic Planning: Assisting in market research, business modelling & organisational planning; contributing to setting and tracking of strategic objectives.Business Development Support: Engaging in lead generation & accounts planning to support business growth. Operations Manager requirements - Core =5 years relevant industry experienceProven experience in operations management with track record of enhancing operational efficiency in a growing startupStrong understanding of financial processes, legal compliance & human resources managementExcellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication & interpersonal skills, capable of building strong working relationships & effectively conveying information at all levelsLeadership capabilities with ability to drive change & influence company culture Nice-to-have Familiarity with the agricultural technology or biotechnology sectorsExperience in an ML-first technology startup / scale-up Benefits Competitive salary & equity optionsUnlimited holidayBenefits packageCareer development opportunities as the company scales rapidlyOwnership of ambitious, mission-driven work with real-world impactVibrant, innovative & supportive work environment with a committed teamAccess to conferences, events & professional development resources If this looks interesting and you tick a lot of the boxes, then apply right away!

Hales Group are thrilled to be working on behalf of our client who are seeking an Accountant to support their busy practice in Lowestoft. In this role, you will be responsible for covering all aspects of year end accounts production, tax return preparation, bookkeeping and VAT returns.Main duties will include: Responsible for covering all aspects of year end accounts productionTax return preparationBookkeepingVAT ReturnsLook after a small amount of clients, reporting directly to a partner. The successful Accountant will have demonstrable experience of the following: Previous experience working in practice is essentialAAT qualified or QBE ( although applications will also be considered from ACA / ACCA qualified)The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbally. Adaptable to change and committed to ongoing learning and professional development to stay current in their field.Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. LOCATION: Lowestoft HOURS: Full-TimeDURATION: PermanentPAY: £Competitive SalaryIf you feel you have the relevant skills and experience to succeed in this position, please apply with your current CV. Why work through Hales Group? All our Consultants are committed and qualified in what they do and have been operating in Lowestoft for many years. We treat candidates as our customers and try to find the right job solution for you.Hales Group Ltd collects and keeps information from applicants, so that we can monitor our recruitment process, ensure compliance with the Equal Opportunities policy, and when appropriate send you details of future job opportunities. We keep your name and address, and details of your application. If you do not want us to do this please contact your local branch.

Robert Half Cambridge are partnered with a business in Huntingdon in their search for an Accountant to join their Finance Department. This role will undertake all aspects of the UK financial management, including providing accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget, and forecasts preparation. This role will offer hybrid working after the candidate has passed their probation period. Responsibilities: Manage all accounting operations including financial Nominal ledger, Sales, Purchase ledgers stock and Purchase order processingFixed asset reconciliationSupport Preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances with coordination of EU Finance DirectorPrepare and report timely monthly financial pack.Coordinate with External auditors and EU Finance director draft preparation of regulatory reportingResearch technical accounting issues for compliancePreparation of month-end financial accountsPrepare and manage Year end external auditor finance review. Skills and qualifications: 5+ years of overall combined accounting and financial experienceOutstanding experience using Computer software systems to support the development of software structure and financial information reporting.Thorough knowledge and experience in emergency management and risk planning.Exceptional knowledge of Financial UK standards and procedures. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself