Service Charge Accountant - Hybrid
Birmingham
from £34,000, depending on experience
My client, a leading and award-winning property management company with portfolios all over England, Scotland and Wales, is on the lookout for a motivated Service Charge Accountant to join their growing service charge team.
Duties:
* Oversee service charge accounting for residential and commercial properties
* Manage budgets, reconciliations, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies
* Lead preparation and management of service charge accounts & cost estimates for various properties
* Oversee reconciliation of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Prepare and review service charge statements and reports for homeowners
* Prepare & present financial reports to key stakeholders
* Provide expert advice on service charge issues to key stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
* Manage the annual service charge audit process and liaise with auditors for the portfolio
* Support and guide the accounting team on complex service charge matters
* Identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency
* Stay updated on industry trends and regulations
Requirements:
* Extensive experience in service charge and property management accounting
* Advanced knowledge of service charge regulations and financial reporting
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; experience with property management systems is a must
* Demonstrates strong portfolio management
* Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
* Exceptional organisational and project management abilities
* High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
* In-depth knowledge of audits and compliance
* Experience in strategic financial decision-making and process improvement
* Relevant accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) required or QBE
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH, free parking onsite
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus Birthday off plus 8 bank holidays
* Healthcare
* Private Medical and Life Insurance
* Pension Contribution
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Study Support
* Discounted Gym Membership
Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of permanent workers.
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