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Property Accountant

Kennedy Pearce Consulting

London

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 45,000

Full time

25 days ago

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Job summary

A leading property investment company in Canary Wharf is looking for a hands-on Accountant / Bookkeeper. This role requires expertise in residential lettings and property management accounting, and includes responsibilities such as bookkeeping, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified with strong Excel skills and a proactive approach to teamwork.

Benefits

25 days annual leave
5% employer pension contribution
Study support available

Qualifications

  • Strong background in residential lettings or property management accounting.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Manage financial transactions with vendors and clients.
  • Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
  • Oversee full bookkeeping including AP, AR, payroll, and ledger management.

Skills

Excel
IT skills
Time management
Organisational abilities
Communication skills

Education

AAT qualified
ACCA part-qualified

Job description

We are hiring on behalf of a privately-owned property investment company with a unique residential portfolio in Canary Wharf. Partnering with a leading independent lettings agency, the business is seeking a hands-on Accountant / Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day financial operations. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background inresidential lettings or property management accounting, who is ready to take full ownership of bookkeeping, client accounting, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage financial transactions with vendors and clients

Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)

Oversee full bookkeeping including AP, AR, payroll, and ledger management

Maintain internal controls and support compliance with accounting standards

Assist with audits and implement any recommendations

Stay updated on tax and regulatory requirements in the property sector

Requirements:

AAT qualified or ACCA part-qualified

Experience in

residential lettings / property management accounts

Strong Excel and IT skills

Excellent time management and organisational abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Salary:£40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
Type:Full-time | Office-based (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm)
Benefits:25 days annual leave, 5% employer pension contribution, Study support available

£42000 - £45000 per annum + Bonus, Pension, hybrid working

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