Property Management Accountant

Investigo Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property company in London is seeking a Management Accountant to join their team. The role involves working closely with the Financial Controller and managing various accounting responsibilities. Ideal candidates will be studying ACCA or CIMA and have a background in Property Accounting. A competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 plus bonus is offered and the work is hybrid.

Qualifications

• Current working knowledge as a Property Accountant or Management accountant within real estate.
• Good understanding of service charge reconciliations and tenant billing.
• Confident with VAT returns.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller with month-end accounting.
• Oversee tenant accounts and manage cash posting.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.

Skills

Property Accounting background

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Studying ACCA or CIMA

Tools

Qube (MRI)

Job description

Overview

Management Accountant

• Location: London - Hybrid working
• Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Bonus

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the longest standing property companies in London who have an incredible portfolio of properties in Central London. This Management Accounting position works closely with the Financial Controller in taking ownership of the Management, Financial and Property Accounting across their prestigious assets.

This is an ideal role for an individual with a Property Accounting background to join as they complete their ACCA/CIMA studies and eventually progress into a qualified role.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Financial Controller with the production of management and financial accounting at month and year end and take ownership initially of some of the property portfolio.
• Oversee tenant accounts, allocate receipts, manage cash posting, and maintain the tenant receipts file for inclusion in monthly management reports.
• Raise service charge invoices, post journals, and perform reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and update fixed asset schedules.
• Provide analysis and commentary on tenancy reporting using data from turnover reports and rent receipt reports.
• Produce monthly income analysis and direct cost analysis.
• Manage tenant payment reminders and manage arrears.
• Maintain Qube with new contracts, renewals, and tenancy updates.

About You

• ACCA or CIMA studying
• Current working knowledge as a Property Accountant or Management accountant within real estate.
• Prior experience with Qube (MRI) is desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of service charge reconciliations and tenant billing.
• Confident with VAT returns.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and present financial data.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for tenant and stakeholder interaction.

If this is a role for you, please apply here or email an up-to-date CV to