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Our client is a FTSE listed Real Estate business based in the heart of London with an ever-expanding footprint and a fantastic culture. Due to the continues growth, they require an energetic Service Charge Accountant to help the finance team on a permanent basis.
Key responsibilities & accountabilities:
The Service Charge Accountant will oversee the financial management of the business unit residential portfolio. The role offers hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Prepare and manage annual service charge budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.
- Preparation of Accounts: Produce Service Charge Actuals, reconciling customer payments and contractor payments to ensure accurate financial records.
- Year-End Accounts: Prepare and finalise Year-End Accounts, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with industry regulations.
- Finance Business Partnering: Client meetings as necessary to explain service charge accounts and procedures, addressing any queries or concerns.
- Reporting: Produce high-quality service charge reports on a quarterly basis, providing variance analysis and actionable insights.
- Audit Coordination: Liaise with external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes, preparing necessary documentation and addressing audit queries.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience: over 2 years working in a service charge role
- Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Professional Certification: Part-qualified or fully qualified Accountant
