Entry level Accounts Assistant - Watford

Foxtons Estate Agents; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxtons Estate Agents is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Property Management and Accounts department. The role involves managing a portfolio of properties, handling all accounting transactions including payments and liaising with suppliers. The candidate should possess strong mathematical skills, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for customer service.

Benefits

Meaningful career progression opportunities

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity networks

Unrivalled training and upskilling opportunities

Paid workday to volunteer for a charity

Wellbeing package

Enhanced parental policies

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.
• Familiar with processes in property management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of properties and accounting transactions.
• Process payments between Foxtons, landlords, and tenants.
• Liaise with third-party suppliers for invoice processing.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Effective communication

Tools

Excel

Accounting databases

Job description

About The Role

As an Accounts Assistant in our Property Management and Accounts department, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of properties, including all accounting transactions. You will process payments between Foxtons, landlords, and tenants, such as rent payments and commission charges. Working closely with the Property Management team, you will handle lease renewals and deposit releases, ensuring all charges and costs are accurately deducted. You will also liaise with third-party suppliers to ensure their invoices are uploaded and processed promptly through Foxtons’ in-house database.

We offer:

• Meaningful career progression based on performance, knowledge, and attitude, not just length of service
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity networks with Foxtons-funded social events
• Unrivalled training and upskilling opportunities throughout your career
• One paid workday per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Wellbeing package including enhanced sick pay, confidential counselling helpline, Mental Health First Aiders, and access to a coaching platform
• Enhanced parental policies, including generous shared parental leave
• Pension scheme

About You

Our Property Management and Accounts department manages over 25,000 tenancies. You should enjoy working in a lively, fast-paced environment within a highly service-driven industry. We require strong mathematical skills, familiarity with Excel and accounting databases, exceptional attention to detail, and a positive attitude. We are looking for individuals passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, capable of communicating effectively across various platforms.

About The Company

As the UK’s number 1 lettings agency,* our customers choose us because we deliver results. We believe our success is driven by our people, supported by comprehensive training, market-leading technology, and collaboration with industry professionals.

We value Corporate Social Responsibility. Our offices in London actively engage in community initiatives, including LGBTQ+ safe spaces, charitable water sourcing, and local events. We also provide paid time off for volunteering, supporting charities like the Single Homeless Project, London's largest homelessness charity.

* TwentyCI data, 2023 vs 2022 market share and growth of new instructions at a brand level