Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is a family-run business with nearly two decades of experience serving commercial and residential clients across North Essex and Suffolk. We specialise in grounds maintenance, soft landscaping, and bespoke lawn treatments. Our work covers all aspects of outdoor care, delivering personalised and comprehensive services tailored to each clients unique needs.
Weve built a reputation for exceptional service and high standards of workmanship. With quality, care, and professionalism at the heart of everything we do, were proud to be growingand were looking for dedicated individuals to grow with us.
Summary:
Were looking for a capable and commercially minded Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of our financial control and back-office operations. This is a senior, trusted role within a family-run business with nearly 20 years of operation across Essex and Suffolk.
Location:
Claydon, Ipswich | Hybrid Working | Part-time or Full-time
Details:
Youll work closely with the Managing Director, maintaining accurate financial records, managing compliance processes, and ensuring the business runs smoothly. Youll need to be someone who can work autonomously, use your judgment, and take genuine ownership of your area.
Financial Control
Maintain accurate records in QuickBooks Online
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Reconcile bank accounts and Jobber (job management system) with QuickBooks
Manage GoCardless collections and Volopa account
Oversee invoicing, statements and credit control
Prepare year-end information for our external accountant
Compliance & Operational Administration
Submit invoices via supplier portals
Manage client and supplier onboarding documentation, including SafeContractor
Prepare and oversee RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements)
Manage insurance renewals and key supplier relationships
Oversee compliance processes including Right to Work and DBS checks
Handle supplier and client enquiries
Provide administrative support to the Managing Director
What Were Looking For:
Strong commercial bookkeeping experience, ideally 5+ years in a similar SME environment
AATQB, ACCA or equivalent qualification is desirable, but substantial hands-on experience is equally valued
Essential: QuickBooks Online experience
Desirable: HubDoc and Jobber experience
Confident preparing and submitting VAT returns
Experience managing credit control and cash flow
Comfortable handling compliance documentation and supplier processes
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Able to work independently, use your judgment and take ownership
Professional, reliable and trustworthy
This role requires someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, who doesnt need their hand held, and who takes quiet satisfaction in keeping complex administrative machinery running well.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Flexible working arrangements part-time or full-time considered
Hybrid working at our Claydon office, remainder remote
Trusted, autonomous role with genuine responsibility
Supportive family-run business environment
How to Apply:
Please send your CV with a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience.
Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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