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Accounts Payable and Receivable Controller

Management Services (AMS) is an innovative specialist manager of high quality retirement accommodation with care. The company is part of the multi award-winning developer, Adlington Retirement Living.

We are seeking an Accounts Payable and Receivable Controller, to work as part of the AMS team at our Head Office.

Purpose of role:

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the Accounts Payable & Receivable functions within the Head Office team. It is a busy and growing function which will hold exciting opportunities for the selected candidate, as we continue to expand. You need to be well organised, highly motivated with good IT skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Be responsible for the day to day running of the Accounts payable & accounts receivable functions within our accounts team.
• To carry out weekly / monthly reconciliations using the property management system / purchase ledger to ensure cleansed data for year end accounts.
• Producing the AP payment run in accordance with credit terms and sending remittances thereafter.
• Prepare invoices for authorisation and subsequent processing.
• Credit card reconciliations.
• To assist in navigating a smooth transition into using direct debits and ensure protocol is being followed.
• Communicating with our Retirement Communities’ teams to ensure that accounting protocol is being followed and answering any queries they may have.
• Negotiating with potential or existing suppliers for future works.
• Support the Finance Manager and the team.
• To attend meetings as required, with key parties to share information and resolve any client account queries.
• Liaison and coordination with external parties (including accountants, solicitors, directors).

Key skills and experience:

• AAT Accounting level 3 or 3 years equivalent experience.
• Good team player, yet willing to take personal responsibility for issues.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Flexible and hardworking approach.
• Good level of Excel skills.
• MRI Qube experience would be advantageous, but training will be provided.

The Benefits

Our quality focused, family run businesses make significant investments in employees with ongoing success directly attributed to a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication. Each member of the workforce is valued, and support is provided for career development. Attractive benefits include:

• A salary up to £32,000 for a 37.5 hour week.
• 26 days per annum annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• 6% employer pension.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance at 4 x annual salary.
• Working in a new, purpose-built office.
• Support from a professional head office team.

To apply please send your CV with covering information as to why you would be good for this role to careers@adlington.co.uk

No agencies please.

Adlington Management Services (AMS) is an innovative specialist manager of high-quality retirement accommodation with care. The company is part of the multi-award-winning developer, Adlington Retirement Living.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Duty Manager with great interpersonal and communication skills for one of our thriving retirement living communities. Exclusively for the over 60s, The Chimes, is situated in the well-connected village of Cheadle, Stockport.

Homeowners of the 48 privately-owned apartments benefit from modern, stylish living in a safe and secure environment. The development offers an independent lifestyle with tailored care and support available if needed, in addition to a host of communal facilities such as an on-site restaurant, Homeowners’ lounge, activities studio, therapy room, hairdressing salon, and more.

Purpose of role:

As a Duty Manager you will be supporting the General Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, customer focused housing management, care and support, catering, maintenance, and administration services.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day running of The Chimes ensuring AMS standards are always maintained.
• Welcoming the Homeowners to their new home and helping them to settle into the new community.
• Dealing with Homeowner and building emergencies in a calm and professional manner.
• Providing the front of house service to welcome visitors.
• Supporting social and group activities to enhance the lives of the Homeowners.
• Ensuring the smooth delivery of a programme of leisure and social activities for homeowners. Including the promotion and use of all the facilities delivery of all services within the community.

The Benefits

Our quality-focused, family-run businesses make significant investments in employees with ongoing success directly attributed to a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication. Each member of the workforce is valued, and support is provided for career development.

As a Duty Manager, you will benefit from:

• A salary of £13.15 per hour. Rotas will include day and sleep-in shifts.
• 138 hours per annum annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• 6% employer pension contributions.
• Life assurance at 4 x annual salary.
• Working in a purpose-built retirement community.
• Support from a professional head office team.

To apply please send your CV with covering information as to why you would be good for this role to careers@adlington.co.uk

No agencies please.

Adlington Management Services (AMS) is an innovative specialist manager of high-quality retirement accommodation with care. The company is part of the multi-award-winning developer, Adlington Retirement Living.

We are looking for two highly motivated and enthusiastic Duty Managers with great interpersonal and communication skills for one of our thriving retirement living communities. Exclusively for the over 65’s, Adlington House, is situated in the market town of Otley, West Yorkshire.

Homeowners of the 48 privately-owned apartments benefit from modern, stylish living in a safe and secure environment. The development offers an independent lifestyle with tailored care and support available if needed, in addition to a host of communal facilities such as an on-site restaurant, Homeowners’ lounge, activities studio, therapy room, hairdressing salon, and more.

Purpose of role:

As a Duty Manager you will be supporting the General Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, customer focused housing management, care and support, catering, maintenance, and administration services.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the General Manager with the day-to-day running of Adlington House ensuring AMS standards are always maintained.
• Welcoming the Homeowners to their new home and helping them to settle into the new community.
• Dealing with Homeowner and building emergencies in a calm and professional manner.
• Providing the front of house service to welcome visitors.
• Supporting social and group activities to enhance the lives of the Homeowners.
• Ensuring the smooth delivery of a programme of leisure and social activities for homeowners. Including the promotion and use of all the facilities delivery of all services within the community.

The Benefits

Our quality-focused, family-run businesses make significant investments in employees with ongoing success directly attributed to a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication. Each member of the workforce is valued, and support is provided for career development.

As a Duty Manager, you will benefit from:

• A salary of £12.17 per hour on a 24 hour a week basis this includes allocated sleep-in duties.
• 164 hours per annum annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• 6% employer pension contributions.
• Life assurance at 4 x annual salary.
• Working in a purpose-built retirement community.
• Support from a professional head office team.

To apply please send your CV with covering information as to why you would be good for one of these roles to g.ward-brown@adlington.co.uk

No agencies please.

Adlington Management Services (AMS) is an innovative specialist manager of high-quality retirement accommodation with care. The company is part of the multi-award-winning developer, Adlington Retirement Living.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic General Manager with great interpersonal and communication skills for our Retirement Living Community. Exclusively for the over 60’s, The Folds is a thriving community.

Homeowners of the 50 privately-owned apartments benefit from modern, stylish living in a safe and secure environment. The development offers an independent lifestyle with tailored care and support available if needed, in addition to a host of communal facilities such as an on-site restaurant, Homeowners’ lounge, coffee lounge, activities studio, therapy room, hairdressing salon, and more.

The Role – General Manager (Hospitality / Housing / Care)

As General Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high quality, customer focused housing management, social activities, care and support, catering, maintenance, and administration services.

Managing a small team, your duties will include, although not be limited to:

• Ensuring the smooth delivery of all services within the community
• Implementing a programme of leisure and social activities for homeowners. Including the promotion and use of all the facilities
• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with homeowners, relatives, colleagues, and professional advisors, providing a welcoming and homely atmosphere
• Providing assistance and monitoring homeowners on a daily basis, ensuring care and support plans are in place for all homeowners who require them
• Ensuring that housing and wellbeing services are managed effectively within compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Supporting the sales teams in promoting and selling properties
• Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety related policies and procedures
• Reviewing all contractors, procedure manuals and undertaking value for money reviews
• Collecting and banking funds for service charges and the guest suite

Our Requirements

• Proven managerial experience gained within the hospitality, care, housing sector or a customer service focused business
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to deal with complex issues, prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure

Although not essential, knowledge of regulatory requirements for housing and well-being services, and knowledge of best practice in housing provision for older people would be highly advantageous.

The Package

Our quality focused, family run businesses make significant investments in employees with ongoing success directly attributed to a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication. Each member of the workforce is valued, and support is provided for career development.

As the General Manager, you will benefit from:

• A salary of up to £33,000 dependent on experience and qualifications
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• 6% employer pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance at 4 x annual salary
• Working in a new, purpose-built retirement community
• Support from a professional head office team

You will be employed on a permanent, full-time contract, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. Flexibility will be required to meet business needs.

To apply please email careers@adlington.co.uk