Service Charge / Property Accountant

Deverell Smith; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Cambridge seeks a Service Charge / Property Accountant to manage finances for diverse estates. This hybrid role offers a balance between technical accounting and client interaction, alongside opportunities for professional growth and an excellent work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Clear career progression opportunities

Comprehensive training and development programmes

Recognition as part of an award-winning employer

Qualifications

• Proven accounting experience (service charge experience advantageous but not essential).
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage annual service charge budgets.
• Handle billing for service charges and additional fees.
• Collaborate with external accountants for year-end accounts.

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Communication

Team-oriented approach

Attention to detail

Education

Part-qualified AAT/CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Qube

Job description

Salary Up to £28000.00 per annum + Pension, Hybrid

Service Charge / Property Accountant

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £28,000
Hybrid - 2 days office, 3 days home

Highlights:

• Join an award-winning property management company recognised as Employer of the Year
• Hybrid working arrangement with excellent work-life balance
• Clear career progression opportunities with extensive training and development programmes

About the opportunity

An established residential property management company is seeking a Property Finance Accountant to manage the finances of a diverse portfolio of estates. Since 2004, this organisation has built a reputation for delivering outstanding customer experiences with genuine care at the heart of their operations. They don't just manage buildings; they look after the people who call them home, treating each property as if it were their own.

What makes the role exceptional

This position offers the perfect blend of technical accounting expertise and client interaction within the property management sector. You'll be working with a team that values communication, collaboration, and teamwork whilst maintaining a positive, supportive environment. The company's commitment to professional development means you'll have access to extensive training opportunities to advance your career in property management finance.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and manage accurate annual service charge budgets
• Handle comprehensive billing for service charges, ground rent, and additional fees to leaseholders
• Prepare year-end service charge accounts and collaborate with external accountants for review
• Manage utility and insurance recharges to leaseholders
• Maintain accurate tax administration records
• Work closely with the Estate Management team to ensure seamless financial operations
• Provide support to clients and leaseholders when required

Requirements

• Proven accounting experience (service charge experience advantageous but not essential)
• Part-qualified AAT/CIMA/ACCA/ACA with commitment to continued professional development
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with confidence in handling financial information
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (Qube experience beneficial)
• Team-oriented approach with ability to collaborate across departments
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000
• Hybrid working model offering excellent work-life balance
• Comprehensive training and development programmes
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive team environment that values individual contributions
• Recognition as part of an award-winning employer
• Opportunity to work with a respected industry leader

We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.

This role represents an excellent opportunity to develop your career in property management finance with a company that truly values its people and invests in their growth.

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