Operations & Finance Manager

About Terranomics

Terranomics is a specialist environmental finance consultancy. We support organisations across the UK and internationally to deliver nature finance, natural capital, and landscape recovery projects. We operate at the intersection of finance, policy, and environmental management, providing strategic advice and project delivery.

Purpose of the role

To provide operational and financial support to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the business, and effective coordination between the Director, specialist support providers and the wider team.

Key responsibilities

We are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to try new challenges.

• Operations – Helping track pipeline, sales, profitability, workload. Assistance with other day to day tasks will be helpful.
• HR Support – Supporting recruitment processes and candidate communications. Liaising with external HR advisors and payroll providers. Helping organise team meetings and social events.
• Records and Compliance – Organising company admin, maintaining project files and records, preparing agreements and contracts.
• Finance and Accounting – Managing and undertaking bookkeeping within Xero (finance system). Tasks typically include preparing monthly accounts, submitting quarterly VAT returns, cash flow forecasting, budget tracking, completing bank reconciliations, processing expenses, monitoring invoicing and liaising with accountants.
• Project Support - Providing ad-hoc support to client deliverables and business development proposals including research and administrative tasks when required.

Skills and experience

Required

• Proven experience in financial management or bookkeeping for a small organisation, charity, or consultancy.
• Experience of company administration and record keeping.
• Experience supporting HR processes such as recruitment and onboarding.
• Strong numerical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong coordination and communication skills and ability to work independently while maintaining regular contact.
• Organised and proactive with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable

• Professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or part‑qualified / qualified by experience.
• Familiarity with Xero or similar accounting software.
• Experience with online workflow/project management tools.
• Keen interest in sustainability, nature finance, or environmental projects.

This is a part-time role, up to 16 hours per week (0.4 FTE).

Deadline for applications: Friday 30 October 2026