Operations Manager

Overview
At Stroud Valleys Project we have been helping the people and nature of the Stroud District to thrive since 1988. Our staff and volunteers have a well-deserved reputation for delivering high quality projects that enhance habitats and places, providing benefits to wildlife and communities. We also have a popular town-centre eco shop that provides environment and wildlife-friendly goods. We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to support our charity and eco shop.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Operations Manager will ensure the smooth running of the charity and the SVP eco shop by caring for its finances, facilities and eco shop staff. It’s an exciting time to join the charity as we look to build our resilience and sustainability for the next 35 years and beyond. This is a flexible and dynamic role for the right person who is looking to apply their skills and experience to help make a real difference at a local level and enact positive lasting change.

Key responsibilities

Payroll
• Process monthly payroll, including expenses and pension contributions.
• Draw up contracts for new staff and work with other core staff to manage new starter onboarding.

Bookkeeping
• Track and manage all incoming and outgoing payments for the charity and the SVP eco shop.
• Carry out all banking related activities, including reconciliations.
• Complete SVP eco shop VAT returns.
• Full financial record keeping for all aspects of the charity and SVP eco shop.

Budgeting
• Work with other core staff to compile project, charity and SVP eco shop budgets.
• Monitor budgets to ensure they are on track and that suitable levels of reserves are maintained.
• Complete and track project claims.

Financial Reporting and Compliance
• Compile all financial reports for Trustees and attend Trustee Board meetings to discuss.
• Work with the SVP treasurer to ensure full financial compliance.
• Complete general financial reports and statements as and when required.
• Work with accountants to prepare and submit Annual Report and Accounts.
• Carry out company secretarial duties.
• Oversee all charity and SVP eco shop policies and procedures.

Facilities Management
• Ensure smooth running of the charity by overseeing:
o Buildings and SVP-owned land
o Service contracts
o Insurances
o IT
o Leases
o Risk Management
o Health and Safety

SVP eco shop oversight
• Work with the eco shop supervisor to ensure smooth SVP eco shop operations.
• Line management of SVP eco shop staff.
• Work with other core staff to provide cover for staff shop absences.

Person specification

Essential
• Payroll, bookkeeping and financial reporting experience, ideally gained in the charity or non-profit sector
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable
• Experience of working in the environment sector
• Experience of facilities management

This is a permanent role after the completion of a suitable probationary period. The role is for 21 hours per week. Days and timings are negotiable.

You will work on-site at our Stroud town-centre offices.

The role comes with a workplace pension and 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) pro-rata.

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