Client Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Northwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company is seeking an experienced Client Accountant in Northwich. This role involves reviewing financial data, preparing accounts, and liaising with auditors and Property Managers. The ideal candidate will have finance experience and strong communication skills, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

37.5-hour workweek

27 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays

Free Healthcare cashback Plan

Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications

Pension scheme (matched up to 7%)

Access to shopping discounts and exclusive offers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance/accounts-based role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and intermediate Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce service charge accounts in a timely manner.
• Liaise with Property Managers to assist in answering client queries.
• Work with external accountants and auditors to ensure accounts are accurate.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Decision making

Education

Studying towards a financial qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Client Accountant

One of the UK's largest Property Management companies, Residential Management Group, has an opportunity for an experienced Client Accountant, based at our Northwich office, to review the financial data of the service charge for the last year and prepare the accounts. This includes working with auditors & accountants and PMs where needed to obtain all relevant information and external customers.

Location

You'll be working full-time at our offices in Northwich, CW9.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce service charge accounts in a timely manner.
• Liaise with Property Managers to assist in answering client queries related to service charge accounts.
• Work with external accountants and auditors to ensure accounts are produced accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile completed accounts back to the finance system.
• Provide escalation support to assist internal and external customers with complex queries/problems.
• Follow and adhere to company processes, procedures, and policies.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance/accounts-based role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and intermediate Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on high-quality customer service.
• Ability to make decisions independently and collaboratively, based on evidence and reasoned arguments.
• Understanding of prepayments, accruals, journal posting, and double-entry accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Studying towards a financial qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience in the property sector dealing with service charge accounts.

What We Offer

• 37.5-hour workweek and a competitive salary.
• 27 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays.
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days of annual leave.
• Free Healthcare cashback Plan and 24/7 remote GP services.
• Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications (up to 4 study days).
• Pension scheme (matched up to 7%) and Life assurance (4x annual salary).
• Access to Our Place Rewards for shopping discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers.

Next Steps

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