Client Accountant

Cobalt Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking an experienced Client Accountant to join a reputable property team in London. You will manage client finances, prepare service charge accounts and provide accurate financial reporting across a varied portfolio.

The role offers hybrid working from Pimlico, London, with a salary of £42,000 to £50,000. You will collaborate with Property Managers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant financial delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in client or property accounting roles.
• Experience preparing service charge accounts and client reporting.
• Strong reconciliation and financial reporting skills.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records for a portfolio of client properties.
• Produce service charge accounts and year-end reconciliations.
• Prepare and review service charge budgets and balancing charges.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare quarterly client reporting packs and financial statements.
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments where required.
• Review lease information and ensure tenant charges are correctly applied.
• Prepare VAT returns and support year-end audit requirements.
• Liaise with Property Managers, clients, tenants and auditors to resolve financial queries.
• Maintain accurate client account records using property accounting software.
• Assist with process improvements and support the wider finance team when required.

Skills

Client accounting

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Budgeting

VAT returns

Excel

MRI Qube

MRI Horizon

Yardi

Tools

MRI Qube

MRI Horizon

Yardi

Job description

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Client Accountant or Property Accountant looking to join a reputable organisation where they can further develop their career within the property sector. Working closely with Property Managers and internal stakeholders, you\'ll play a key role in managing client finances, preparing service charge accounts and ensuring accurate financial reporting across a varied portfolio.

Role Summary

• Job Title: Client Accountant
• Salary: £42,000 - £50,000
• Location: Pimlico, London
• Working Pattern: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records for a portfolio of client properties.
• Produce service charge accounts and year-end reconciliations.
• Prepare and review service charge budgets and balancing charges.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Prepare quarterly client reporting packs and financial statements.
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments where required.
• Review lease information and ensure tenant charges are correctly applied.
• Prepare VAT returns and support year-end audit requirements.
• Liaise with Property Managers, clients, tenants and auditors to resolve financial queries.
• Maintain accurate client account records using property accounting software.
• Assist with process improvements and support the wider finance team when required.

Person Specification

• Previous experience working as a Client Accountant, Property Accountant or within a similar property finance role.
• Experience preparing service charge accounts and client reporting.
• Strong reconciliation and financial reporting skills.
• Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals.
• Experience preparing budgets and year-end accounts would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Experience using MRI Qube, MRI Horizon, Yardi or similar property management software would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.