Property Accountant

Counted; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive finance team

Opportunities for progression

Stable work culture

Job summary

A well-established organisation is looking for a Property Accountant near Birmingham Airport. This hybrid role involves owning the accounting for a diverse property portfolio, ensuring compliance with lease agreements, and maintaining financial records aligned with IFRS 16. Candidates should be professionally qualified or part-qualified, with proven experience in finance and a background in property accounting. The position offers progression opportunities within a supportive finance team.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) preferred.
• Proven experience in finance or accounting.
• Knowledge of IFRS 16 and lease accounting.

Responsibilities

• Account for property-related costs accurately.
• Interpret lease agreements for financial accuracy.
• Maintain records in compliance with IFRS 16.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and forecasts.
• Liaise with stakeholders for effective query resolution.

Skills

Lease accounting knowledge

Finance systems proficiency

Variance analysis

Education

CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification

Part-qualified or studying candidates accepted

Job description

Overview

An opportunity to join as a Property Accountant for a well-established, privately owned organisation operating across multiple sites nationwide. Based near Birmingham Airport, this business has a strong track record of stability and long-term growth, with a reputation for supporting and developing its people. This role offers the chance to take ownership of a diverse property portfolio and work closely with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of accounting for property-related costs, including rent (fixed and turnover-based), rates, service charges, and utilities, ensuring accurate coding, posting, accruals, prepayments, and monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and interpret lease agreements to ensure correct financial treatment, including preparation of turnover rent certificates, calculation of provisions and settlements, and reconciliation to reported sales data.
• Maintain lease accounting records in line with IFRS 16 requirements, including supporting right-of-use asset and lease liability calculations, monitoring lease changes, and assisting with month-end, year-end, and audit reporting.
• Support the preparation of annual property budgets and ongoing forecasts, providing variance analysis and clear commentary on financial performance.
• Liaise professionally with landlords, managing agents, auditors, and internal teams (including Accounts Payable) to ensure timely processing, accurate reporting, and effective query resolution.

Location / Office / Culture

The role is hybrid, with four days in the office near Birmingham Airport and one day working from home. You’ll be based within a well-known, established business operating from a professional head office environment, joining a supportive finance team within a wider multi-site organisation. The company offers a stable yet progressive culture, with strong collaboration, flexibility, and clear opportunities for long-term development.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) preferred; candidates who are part-qualified, studying, or qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Proven experience within a finance or accounting function.
• Previous exposure to property-related accounting or a multi-site environment would be advantageous.
• Working knowledge of lease accounting standards, including IFRS 16.
• Confident using finance systems or ERP platforms within a structured reporting environment.

Why Join the business

• Well established business
• Fantastic, supportive finance team
• Opportunity for progression, due to ongoing growth

About Us

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