Part-Time Property Manager: Service Charge & Leasehold

Bastow Irwin Recruitment Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday pro rata

Job summary

Bastow Irwin Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced part-time Service Charge accountant / Property Manager to cover residential block and mixed-use properties in the Essex region. Based at Romford Head Office, you will manage rent, service charges, renewals, and maintenance across a small portfolio.

Key duties include arrears handling, Section 20 processes, compliance, and liaising with contractors. ACCA or similar accreditation required, with driving licence and strong communication

Qualifications

• ACCA accreditation or equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of leasehold property accounting matters.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills and strong communication.
• Full UK driving licence and car ownership.

Responsibilities

• Manage rent and service charge collection and arrears, including potential forfeiture issues.
• Organise insurance renewals, claims and contributions; produce regular statements.
• Handle Section 20 procedures and compliance obligations from start to finish.
• Maintain ledgers, perform daily rent reconciliations, log in PM software.
• Prepare service charge budgets and year-end service charge accounts.
• Oversee lease renewals, rent reviews, and lease obligations compliance.
• Coordinate building maintenance, liaise with contractors and inspect properties.
• Ensure compliance and risk management, including fire risk and certificates.

Skills

Service charge accounting

Property management

Lease administration

Financial reconciliation

Education

ACCA accreditation or similar

Tools

Property Management Software

Job description

Bastow Irwin Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced part-time Service Charge accountant / Property Manager to cover residential block and mixed-use properties in the Essex region. Based at Romford Head Office, you will manage rent, service charges, renewals, and maintenance across a small portfolio.

Key duties include arrears handling, Section 20 processes, compliance, and liaising with contractors. ACCA or similar accreditation required, with driving licence and strong communication