Service Charge Accountant

Trident International Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm is seeking a Service Charge Accountant to prepare year-end service charge accounts for a residential and commercial portfolio. The role involves client communication for new property handovers, assisting with VAT returns, and managing day-to-day client queries. Familiarity with property management systems like QUBE, TRAMPS, or PROPMAN is essential. Initially, the position is office-based five days a week, transitioning to one day work-from-home.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of the property sector.
• Familiarity with Property Management Systems such as QUBE, TRAMPS, or PROPMAN.
• Service charge account preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end complex service charge accounts.
• First contact for clients regarding new property handover.
• Assist with VAT returns.

Skills

Knowledge of property sector

Familiarity with Property Management Systems

Experience in service charge account preparation

Tools

QUBE

TRAMPS

PROPMAN

Job description

Service Charge Accountant - OUR CLIENT

Our client is a property management firm with over 25 years of experience, managing a portfolio that includes residential and commercial properties, from mansion blocks to mixed‑use sites. With new business, they are looking for a Service Charge Accountant to collaborate with the Accounts Team, Property Managers, and clients to ensure new properties’ finances are current and handovers complete.

Role Requirements

• Responsible for preparing year‑end complex service charge accounts for a mainly residential portfolio and some commercial properties.
• First point of contact for clients regarding the handover of new properties, following up on outstanding queries.
• Assist with VAT returns.
• Approve invoices on the property system.
• Handle day‑to‑day client queries.
• Assist with the management of accounts receivable, payable and credit control functions.
• Oversee day‑to‑day bank balances and monthly bank‑reconciliation process.
• Raise quarterly management fees.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.

Person and Skill Requirements

• Knowledge and experience of the property sector.
• Familiarity with Property Management Systems such as QUBE, TRAMPS, or PROPMAN.
• Service charge account preparation experience.
• Willingness to work five days in the office initially, then one day WFH.