Your new company A market-leading organisation within the property management and finance sector is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their high-performing team. With a reputation for excellence and long-standing client relationships, this business offers stability, career development, and genuine work-life balance. Due to continued growth, they are now expanding their finance function. As Bookkeeper, you will play a key role in supporting the Property Manager and wider finance team. You will take ownership of a range of accounting responsibilities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and efficient daily operations. This is a varied and hands-on role covering bookkeeping, statutory returns, reconciliations, service charge accounts, and preparation for audit. Your New Role Weekly and monthly bookkeeping using Sage, Qube and other financial software Supplier invoice processing and payment runs Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and monthly PAYE submissions Supporting the preparation and presentation of quarterly management accounts Preparing year-end accounts for audit Assisting with service charge budgets and end-of-year service charge accounts Filing annual returns with Companies House Liaising with external bodies and statutory authorities Supporting cash flow budgeting and bank reconciliations Reconciling customer and supplier accounts Preparing turnover rent reports Assisting with formation of new limited companies and business bank account setup Producing audit files for review General administrative and ad hoc finance tasks as required What you'll need to succeed Proven bookkeeping experience within a finance or property environmentStrong working knowledge of Sage and Excel; Qube experience beneficial but not essential Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities Strong communication skills and a proactive approach What you'll get in return Salary completely negotiable, depending on experienceHybrid working for improved work-life balance Flexible 4- or 5-day working week Autonomy and genuine trust within a supportive finance team Opportunity to work with a market leader in property management Long-term stability and development prospects What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: bookkeeper assistant accountant QBE Finance manager Benefits: Negotiable