Accounts Assistant

Brampton Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job description

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is a brand-new role that has been created due to the expansion of the business. This is an ideal chance to develop a role, make it your own, and develop new skills within a niche sector. This Accounts Assistant role is a little bit different from the normal role as it works within a Property Management business, so you will be dealing with clients' monies from rents in and monies out to clients' accounts. This role is office-based and will be working closely with one of the Directors of the business.

Job Description:

1. Process invoices related to property maintenance, utilities, contractors, and other expenses.
2. Prepare payment runs, ensuring timely payments to suppliers/contractors.
3. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
4. Raise invoices for property rental income, service charges, and other fees.
5. Monitor tenant payment schedules and follow up on overdue payments.
6. Assist in the reconciliation of tenant accounts and manage any related queries.
7. Perform bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
8. Maintain accurate financial records for all properties, including expense tracking, tenant accounts, and revenue streams.
9. Provide administrative support as needed.
10. Handle tenant inquiries regarding their accounts and financial transactions.
11. Liaise with clients regarding their properties.

For the Accounts Assistant role, it would be good to see candidates with:

1. Ideally part or full AAT qualification.
2. Proven account experience.
3. Experience working with client accounts, preferably from a legal or property management background.
4. Strong customer service focus.
5. Highly detail conscious.
6. Proven experience with accounts software such as Xero.

Hours:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 37.5 hours per week

Salary:

GBP 25,000 – GBP 28,000 DOE

Brampton Recruitment is an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.