Finance & Office Manager

Nfuzion; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in Tees Valley is seeking a Finance & Office Manager to oversee financial operations and office administration. The ideal candidate should have solid bookkeeping experience, particularly in manufacturing, and be comfortable using financial software like Xero. This part-time role offers a supportive work environment and a competitive salary range of £30,000–£40,000 based on experience, along with generous benefits including 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Auto-enrol pension scheme

Friendly and flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Solid bookkeeping experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable using Xero; experience with Sage or similar systems is a plus.
• Highly organized, meticulous, proactive with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day financial transactions, including invoicing.
• Monitor financial data for discrepancies.
• Manage payroll administration and liaise with accountants.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

AAT qualified or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

Sage or similar software

Job description

We are working with a growing manufacturing business in Darlington seeking a Finance & Office Manager to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and office administration. This role is perfect for someone organised, meticulous, and confident, supporting both finance and office processes in a fast‑paced, expanding business.

Responsibilities

• Process day‑to‑day financial transactions, including invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting
• Monitor financial data for discrepancies
• Manage payroll administration and liaise with accountants
• Support general office coordination
• Collect and organise financial information to produce reports for senior management
• Follow up on payments and maintain communication with suppliers and clients

Candidate Requirements

• Solid bookkeeping experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
• Comfortable using Xero; experience with Sage or similar systems is a plus
• Highly organised, meticulous, and proactive, able to spot problems and ask the right questions
• Strong communicator with the ability to liaise with accountants and suppliers
• Qualified AAT or QBE, or equivalent experience
• Flexible approach to hours part‑time 2530 hours per week (spread across Mon Fri or 3 full days if preferred)

Package & Benefits

• Salary £30,000–£40,000 FTE depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Auto‑enrol pension scheme
• Friendly, supportive, and flexible work environment