Pear Recruitment: Experienced Finance Manager
Salary – Up to £45,000 per annum
Location: Plymouth

Our client based in Plymouth has been operating since 2000, In this time their portfolio has grown to over 180 properties and successfully operate their own letting agency and property maintenance company. They are ambitious, fast paced, and proud of the supportive culture they have built.

An opportunity has arisen to join their friendly team as an experienced Finance Manager and lead their Finance Department.

Reporting to the Directors, you will take full responsibility for the finance department’s output, ensuring all accounting processes are executed with precision while providing professional leadership to the finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, setting and reviewing goals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.


• Oversee accounts payable; supplier statement reconciliation, ensure timely payments.


• Oversee accounts receivable; ensure customers are invoiced accurately and pay on time, arranging debt repayment plans.


• Preparation of monthly management accounts; reviewing aged payables and receivables, reconciling control accounts, balance sheet, pre-payment adjustments etc.


• Daily bank reconciliations


• Client accounting


• CIS submissions


• Manage intercompany transactions


• Oversee weekly and monthly payroll processes


• Conduct back to work meetings, probationary meetings and performance reviews.

Candidate Requirements:

• AAT Level 4


• At least 5 years’ experience in accounting.


• Previous people management experience.


• Advanced MS Excel skills.


• Competent with Xero.


• Exceptional problem-solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• Experience within the real estate industry is desirable but not essential.

Perks and Benefits:

• Free on-site parking


• Sea-view office


• Discounted gym membership


• Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you are interested in this Experienced Finance Manager position and would like to know more, please email your CV or telephone us on a strictly private and confidential basis.

Due to the number of responses we receive to our advertisements we are unfortunately unable to respond individually to each applicant. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, you may assume you have not been selected this time - but please apply for anything you feel you are suitable for and thank you for your interest in PEAR Recruitment.

Confidentiality – All communication with us is treated with the upmost confidentiality and you will always be advised if your CV is being submitted to a client.