Heat Network Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading property management company as a Heat Network Accountant, where you will manage financial operations for the heat network. This role involves customer interaction and requires a strong accounting background, along with AAT qualifications. Enjoy excellent career development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Free Healthcare cashback plan

Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications

Pension scheme matched up to 7%

Life assurance (4 x annual salary)

Access to shopping discounts and offers

Qualifications

• A background in Accountancy or bookkeeping is essential.
• AAT qualified or actively working towards it.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and reconciliation of heat network finances.
• Respond to customer queries about their accounts.
• Liaise with billing providers regarding tariff setting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

AAT qualification

Background in Accountancy or book-keeping

Member level IRPM

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Join the RMG family and join one of the largest and most respected property management companies with a portfolio spanning over 144,000 households across the UK. We offer a range of job opportunities, from property management, finance, customer services, and everything in between, which makes us a great place to work.

And it doesn't stop there. Every one of our employees has the opportunity to learn, develop and grow in their chosen career pathway and reach their potential.

Role Purpose:

As Heat Network Accountant for the Heat Network at Residential Management Group (RMG), you will manage external billing agents and facilitate the collection of debt. You will ensure customer queries are responded to efficiently and accurately regarding outstanding debt and billing arrangements as well as financial management and reconciliation of the heat network funds

Where is the role based?

You'll be working full time at our offices in Hoddesdon, EN11 0DR

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting and reconciliation of the heat network finances
• Respond to customer queries about the financial position of their district heating accounts.
• Liaise with billing providers regarding tariff setting and debt recovery.
• Facilitate the transfer of debt from the billing agent into RMG's processes.
• Attend meetings with key clients to discuss ongoing issues and plans for resolution.
• Offer an escalation path to assist internal and external customers with complex queries/problems.
• Follow and adhere to company processes, procedures, and policies.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• A background in Accountancy or book-keeping
• AAT qualified or actively working towards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel (Intermediate Level).
• High level of attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide consistent high-level customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to make decisions independently and collaboratively, based on reasoned arguments and supported by evidence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Member level IRPM (Institute of Residentialproperty management)
• Working knowledge of the Heat Network Regulations or the wider utilities sector
• A 37.5-hour working week with a competitive salary.
• 27 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays plus 2 additional paid volunteer days per year.
• Free Healthcare cashback Plan (re-claiming for optical treatment, dental care, physiotherapy, GP Charges, plus 24/7 access to remote GP Services).
• Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications (up to 5 study days).
• Pension scheme (matched up to 7%) and Life assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering a huge range of shopping discounts, instore vouchers, reloadable e-cards, cashback on online purchases, and many exclusive offers

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