Assistant Cost Accountant - Service Charges

Platform Housing Group; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Property/Service Charge Accountant to join their dynamic project team on a fixed-term basis. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality financial statements and analyzing service charge costs, contributing to a transformative mission in affordable housing. With a focus on accuracy and excellence, you'll gain valuable experience while supporting a vibrant team. If you're passionate about customer service and have a strong background in accounting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Medicash membership

Health Cash Plan

Pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in service charges or accounting within large organizations.
• Ability to analyze complex data and manage risk effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze ledger transactions and contract information for service charges.
• Provide accurate financial statements regarding service charges.

Skills

Service Charge Accounting

Data Analysis

Customer Service

ICT Proficiency (Word, Excel, Cloud)

Problem Solving

Education

AAT Level 2

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cloud Technologies

Job description

Recruiter Platform Housing Group

Location Worcester, United Kingdom

Salary £32,001 - £35,557 per annum (depending on experience)

The Vacancy

Join our Service Charges Project team!

We are looking for an experienced Property/Service Charge Accountant to join our Service Charges Project team on a fixed-term basis, covering a maternity leave until December 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support our dynamic project team and contribute to our mission of investing in people and places for a sustainable future.

Having recently implemented a new finance system, this role is key to providing high-quality, accurate financial statements regarding service charges.

In this role, you will analyze ledger transactions and contract information to provide detailed financial data related to service charge costs, aligned with policy and apportionment structures.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience within a dynamic finance project team
• Contribute to a transformative mission in affordable housing
• Be part of a team committed to accuracy and excellence in financial reporting

Some of the qualities we are looking for:

• Experience in service charges or accounting within large, complex organizations with substantial budgets
• Ability to interpret information, conduct research, analyze complex data, and manage risk
• Experience delivering data and reports under tight deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in ICT (Word, Excel, Cloud technologies)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Qualified to AAT Level 2 or equivalent, or relevant experience in Service Charges

Note: While this role is home-based, occasional travel to Group offices in Birmingham, Solihull, and Worcester is required for meetings, typically once a week.

Benefits include:

• Up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with buy/sell options
• Family-friendly policies, including generous parental leave and domestic leave
• Medicash membership with access to health and wellbeing services
• Health Cash Plan up to £1700/year for health expenses
• Pension scheme with contributions from 3% (employee) and up to 12% (employer)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee recognition schemes and discounts

Application process:

If you have experience in Property or Service Charge accounting and are passionate about customer service, please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and complete the online application. For more details, see the attached job description or contact Robert Spicer, Project Manager Service Charges, at [e-mail].

Interviews:

First-stage virtual interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 4th June 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early.

About Us:

Join Platform and find your purpose! We’re more than a housing provider; we build communities and make a positive impact. We value diversity and offer flexible working options to suit different needs. Be part of a vibrant, inclusive organization shaping the future of social housing.