Service Charge Accountant - Impactful Property Finance

FirstPort (UK); New Milton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

FirstPort is seeking a Service Charge Accountant to manage service charge accounts for residential and commercial properties in the UK. The role focuses on budgeting, reconciliation and reporting to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

You will work a 35-hour week, with a permanent contract and a competitive salary plus benefits. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in residential property management.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; accounting software knowledge is a plus.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A relevant accounting qualification (e.g. AAT) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining service charge cost estimates.
• Manage a portfolio of service charge accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review financial statements for homeowners.
• Deliver to department metrics & support wider team.

Skills

Accounting basics

Attention to detail

Excel

Accounting software

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

AAT (or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

FirstPort is seeking a Service Charge Accountant to manage service charge accounts for residential and commercial properties in the UK. The role focuses on budgeting, reconciliation and reporting to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

You will work a 35-hour week, with a permanent contract and a competitive salary plus benefits. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in residential property management.