Job title: Finance Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: North East
Job published: 24-07-2025
Job ID: 48920
Contact name: Heather Sweetman
Phone number: +447776102166
Contact email: hsweetman@elvetrecruitment.com

Job Description

Elvet Recruitment is proud to be working with a forward-thinking property and energy management company who are looking for a Finance Manager for their office in the North East

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on streamlining billing, compliance, and tenant/accounting processes—helping clients stay ahead in a fast-moving property and energy landscape. With a compnay that take pride in making complex admin simple, cutting costs, and supporting growth through smart, scalable solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Perform daily bookkeeping using Xero (or similar) – data entry, reconciliations, posting invoices, and bank statements

  • Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in compliance with HMRC

  • Coordinate and submit monthly payroll to external accountants

  • Liaise with accountants, landlords, and suppliers to ensure timely payments

  • Support month-end financial reporting and ad-hoc account queries

  • Help maintain financial controls, documentation, and process improvement

  • Assist with compliance admin (e.g. energy/gas safety certificates, service charges) as needed

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proficiency in Xero accounting software (or strong aptitude to learn)

  • Solid experience in VAT returns and routine bookkeeping

  • Familiarity with payroll process coordination

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Excellent communication skills—for both internal teams and external partners

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid/remote setup

Role Details:

  • £25K–£35K, depending on experience

  • Flexible working: choose part-time or full-time hours with hybrid/remote options
  • Professional development: grow your career in accounting and property-energy services

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail.