Senior Client / Property Accountant

Newstone Talent Solutions Limited; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading name in property management is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to oversee financial operations in London. This full-time role involves managing service charge budgets, delivering reports, and leading a small team within a dynamic finance function. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical accounting skills alongside experience in property accounting, ensuring compliance with various requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property or client accounting.
• Strong understanding of service charge accounting and property reporting.
• Team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of service charge budgets, reconciliations, and rent accounting.
• Produce timely and accurate financial and management reports.
• Act as the finance point of contact for property managers and clients.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Confidence in communication

Education

Part or fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)

Tools

MRI

Qube

Horizon

Job description

Senior Property Accountant - Property Management

London (Office based 4 days/week)
£55,000-£65,000 + Benefits
Full-Time | Permanent

A leading name in the property and facilities management sector is seeking a Senior Property Accountant. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical accounting knowledge, extensive property sector experience, and the ability to manage a high value client portfolio with confidence and professionalism.

Reporting into the CFO, you'll take ownership of all financial aspects relating to a range of commercial or residential properties - managing a small team while supporting both internal stakeholders and external clients with timely and accurate reporting.

Role Overview:

• Full ownership of service charge budgets, reconciliations, and rent accounting
• Produce timely and accurate financial and management reports
• Act as the finance point of contact for property managers, clients, and auditors
• Lead and support a small team of client accountants
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, lease terms, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements

Key Requirements:

• Part or fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)
• Proven experience in property or client accounting
• Strong understanding of service charge accounting and property reporting
• Proficient in systems like MRI, Qube, Horizon, or similar
• Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail
• Team leadership or supervisory experience preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant to step into a more senior role within a dynamic and supportive finance function.

To learn more or apply confidentially, please get in touch directly.