Service Charge Accountant 12M FTC

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking a Service Charge Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in London. The role involves managing service charge accounts for high-profile commercial properties, requiring solid experience in service charge accounting, proficiency in property management systems like QUBE or Yardi, and strong technical skills. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and communicates effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in service charge accounting within commercial property.
• Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and finalise service charge accounts.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Reconcile expenditure and analyse variances.
• Liaise with Property Managers and auditors.
• Support improvements to processes and systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Service charge accounting experience

Knowledge of best practice and statutory requirements

Proficiency with property management/accounting systems

Technical accounting skills

Ability to manage deadlines

Effective communication with stakeholders

Tools

QUBE

Yardi

Job description

Location: London/Hybrid
Salary: £50,000
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term

About the Role

Cobalt are working with a highly regarded property company to source a Service Charge Accountant to join their commercial property management team on a 12-month fixed term contract. The role involves managing the preparation, reconciliation, and reporting of service charge accounts across a portfolio of high-profile commercial assets.

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced environment, offering exposure to large office and retail developments while working closely with property and asset managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and finalise service charge accounts in line with lease terms and best practice

• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for multi-let commercial properties

• Reconcile expenditure, analyse variances, and provide clear reporting to stakeholders

• Liaise with Property Managers, Facilities teams, and auditors to ensure accurate year-end delivery

• Support improvements to processes, systems, and reporting standards

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and RICS Service Charge Code

Skills & Experience Required

• Solid experience in service charge accounting within commercial property

• Knowledge of service charge best practice and statutory requirements

• Proficiency with property management/accounting systems (QUBE, Yardi, or similar)

• Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment

• Effective communicator, able to work confidently with stakeholders and occupiers