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:
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Perform daily bookkeeping using Xero (or similar) – data entry, reconciliations, posting invoices, and bank statements
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Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in compliance with HMRC
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Coordinate and submit monthly payroll to external accountants
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Liaise with accountants, landlords, and suppliers to ensure timely payments
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Support month-end financial reporting and ad-hoc account queries
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Help maintain financial controls, documentation, and process improvement
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Assist with compliance admin (e.g. energy/gas safety certificates, service charges) as needed
What We’re Looking For:
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Proficiency in Xero accounting software (or strong aptitude to learn)
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Solid experience in VAT returns and routine bookkeeping
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Familiarity with payroll process coordination
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Excellent communication skills—for both internal teams and external partners
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid/remote setup
Role Details:
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£25K–£35K, depending on experience
* Flexible working: choose part-time or full-time hours with hybrid/remote options
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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