Service Charge Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a meticulous Service Charge Accountant to join a fast-paced property accounting department based in Alderley Edge. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic team, managing service charge and rent charges for several residential properties. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment, with senior colleagues providing comprehensive training and ongoing guidance. With an attractive salary range of £30,000 - £38,000, additional benefits include a company pension, life assurance and free on-site parking.

SERVICE CHARGE ACCOUNTANT

£30,000 - £38,000 DOE

ALDERLEY EDGE (OFFICE BASED)

FREE ON SITE PARKING

What you'll do:

As a Service Charge Accountant, you will play a pivotal role within our property accounting department. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing service charge and rent charges for various residential properties. You will be tasked with preparing annual service charge budgets, undertaking year-end reconciliations, and ensuring accurate client invoicing. Your strong communication skills will be utilised as you liaise with Property Surveyors and clients to resolve any billing queries. Your attention to detail will be key in maintaining accurate customer details and account records.

• Manage workload to achieve pre-determined deadlines using initiative
• Prepare annual on account service charges budgets liaising with colleagues
• Undertake year end service charge reconciliation and client apportionments
• Enter tenancy information from leases to ensure accurate client invoicing
• Liaise regularly and work in conjunction with Property Surveyors
• Provide copy invoices and statements to clients when requested
• Communicate effectively with clients by telephone and email to resolve any billing queries
• Maintain accurate and up to date customer details and account records

What you bring:

• Previous experience working within a property accounting environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
• Ability to work proactively, prioritise tasks, use own initiative and perform under pressure
• Professional telephone manner with clear communication skills
• Ability to discuss financial accounting matters with surveyors and facility managers assigned to your portfolio
• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Knowledge of property accounting and ability to reconcile service charge accounts and set budgets

What sets this company apart:

Our company is renowned for its fast-paced, dynamic environment where every team member's contribution is valued. We pride ourselves on our supportive culture, ensuring that all employees receive comprehensive training and ongoing guidance from senior colleagues. Our commitment to work-life balance is demonstrated by our generous benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, company pension, life assurance and free on-site parking.

What's next:

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