Property Account Manager

Block Recruit; Hove; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage service charge accounts in Hove. Responsibilities include financial management, customer inquiries, and preparing budgets. The ideal candidate should have strong financial skills, excellent communication, and a proactive attitude. Competitive salary and full-time hours are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 1 for birthday

Outstanding client service reputation

Qualifications

• Experience in budget preparation, bank reconciliations, credit control, and preparation of year-end accounts.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Creation of service charge demands and processing invoices.
• Preparing and implementing annual budgets for each block.
• Preparing reports for Directors/Freeholders/Board Members.

Skills

Financial Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Numeracy

Team player

Education

A good standard of education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Qube

Job description

Overview

Location: East Sussex

Role type: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (dependent on experience)

Holiday: 25 days plus 1 day for your birthday

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional individual to manage service charge accounts and provide excellent support to our clients. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong financial management skills, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Competencies

• Financial Management: Ability to interpret financial information to ensure service charges are managed effectively, including drafting budgets, monitoring expenditure, preparing year-end accounts, and reporting to board members.
• Implementation & Accountability: Strong organisational skills with the ability to systematically complete essential tasks on time.
• Customer Service & Communication: Committed to delivering outstanding client service through clear, professional communication.
• Professional Competence: Capable of assessing complex issues, identifying options, and planning for resolution.

Qualifications

• A good standard of education is essential.

Experience

• Preferably experience in budget preparation, bank reconciliations, credit control, and preparation of year-end accounts.

Skills

• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Strong numeracy skills
• Good problem-solving ability and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Qube advantageous
• Team player, willing to share knowledge and support colleagues

Attitude

• Accountable – takes personal responsibility for resolving matters
• Thorough – attention to detail
• Committed – takes pride in work and team performance
• Mature – calm, measured, and common-sense approach
• Positive – optimistic, proactive, and solution-focused

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management
• Creation of service charge demands
• Processing invoices and tenant receipts
• Online banking, BACS payments, and cheque processing
• Preparing, reviewing, and implementing annual budgets for each block
• Monitoring income & expenditure against budgets and taking corrective action as needed
• Preparing reports on key management and financial aspects for Directors/Freeholders/Board Members
• Reviewing draft service charge accounts and liaising with clients regarding certification and distribution, including preparation of notes
• Managing outstanding debts once routine credit control procedures are complete
• Responding to client enquiries

Contact

Matty Stratton

www.blockrecruit.co.uk | 020 3900 0401 | [e-mail]

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