Service Charge Accountant – Housing: Lead & Improve

Niyaa People Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected housing organisation in the UK is seeking a Service Charge Accountant to oversee the service charge process across its diverse portfolio. The role requires expertise in service charge management and compliance, along with strong analytical skills. Candidates should have experience in managing and developing teams, with proficiency in relevant financial software. This position offers a collaborative working environment and the chance to shape service charge processes to support transparency and customer value.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in service charge management within the housing sector.
• Proficient in producing financial reports and service charge estimates.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full service charge process ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage service charge setting and accounting processes.
• Support internal and external service charge audits.

Skills

Service charge management experience

Knowledge of service charge legislation

Numeracy and analytical skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Relationship management with stakeholders

Education

Part-qualified professional accountant

Tools

OpenAccounts

Orchard housing systems

Job description

A respected housing organisation in the UK is seeking a Service Charge Accountant to oversee the service charge process across its diverse portfolio. The role requires expertise in service charge management and compliance, along with strong analytical skills. Candidates should have experience in managing and developing teams, with proficiency in relevant financial software. This position offers a collaborative working environment and the chance to shape service charge processes to support transparency and customer value.