Accounts Assistant

Bidwells; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Cambridge seeks an experienced Accounts Assistant for its Client Accounting Team. In this key role, you will manage client and property accounting functions, including preparing statements and month-end reports. The ideal candidate will have an AAT qualification or be studying towards it and possess strong Excel and numeracy skills. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 8% matched pension

Private medical

Lifestyle discounts

Professional development support

Family friendly policies

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience working within an accounts department.
• Proficient in using accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare client statements and complete month-end reporting.
• Transfer funds and reconcile service charges.
• Monitor service charge budgets and report budget vs actual.
• Act as first point of contact for clients and tenants.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Accounting software

Excel skills

Numeracy skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Education

AAT Qualified or studying towards equivalent qualification

GCSE or equivalent A - C in English and Maths

Job description

Are you an Accounts professional looking for your next move?

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our Client Accounting Team at our Head Office in Cambridge, supporting our dynamic Investment and Property Management (IPM) department.

Our IPM team of 60 property specialists manages client property portfolios across the UK, and alongside them, our dedicated 15‑strong Client Accounting team provide accounting functions for the wider team and their clients.

In this role, you'll handle all aspects of client and property accounting for a small portfolio, from producing statements and month‑end reporting, to reconciling service charges and monitoring budgets. Working closely with Client Accountants, Property Managers and Administrators, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial processes and exceptional client service.

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing client statements (monthly/quarterly) and completing month‑end reporting (including accruals and pre‑payments)
• Transferring funds to client accounts and reconciling service charges across multiple tenants
• Monitoring service charge budgets and funding whilst reporting budget vs actual
• Acting as the first point of contact for clients and tenants whilst handling queries from Client Accountants and Property Managers
• Raising Bidwells fee accounts and overseeing debt chasing for your portfolio
• Managing VAT/CIS reporting and providing cover for tenant deposit closures
• Supporting colleagues to prevent backlog and assisting with ad‑hoc tasks
• Becoming proficient in our integrated property management and accounts system

About You:

Essential

• A clear understanding of basic accounting principles
• AAT Qualified or studying towards equivalent qualification
• GCSE or equivalent A - C in English and Maths
• Experience of using accounting software
• Excellent numeracy skills along with strong Excel skills
• Clear understanding of the confidentiality involved in dealing with client accounts
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Experience working within an accounts department

Desirable

• Experience of working within the property sector

Why Bidwells?

We're a different kind of business. Whilst we're a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately‑owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen.

What's in it for you

• Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, private medical, medicash plan, your birthday off work and lifestyle discounts and perks.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward‑thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.
• Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.
• Work‑Life Balance: We value your well‑being and offer agile working to support it.

Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.

Recruitment agencies

Bidwells only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been contacted and directed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to work on a specific vacancy. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Bidwells or any of our employees other than via our Applicant Tracking System and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid. Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Bidwells will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.