Assistant Accountant

Bennett & Game are delighted to be partnering with a Specialist firm in Property Management, Block Management, Lettings, and Property Development, as they look to recruit a Service Charge Accounts Assistant. They are offering £21-24k (can be flexible), hybrid working, flexible hours, study support, regular development and progression opportunities, and more.

Based in Newhaven (2 days a week) and from home (2 days a week) and with options to work in Hove and Eastbourne sometimes, this is a highly experienced firm, with an excellent reputation across the South Coast. They manage properties across East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, and South London, and are managing agents for numerous Leasehold Developments and Unadopted Roads

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious accountant, to join a highly established and reputable firm, and to strengthen their career

• Corresponding with clients via email, letter and telephone regarding all property finances
• To assist in chasing any outstanding service charges and Ground Rent invoices as per the terms of the Lease
• Chasing all service charges and Ground Rent arrears
• Assisting in collating and reviewing the financial information for the Year End Accounts
• Data entry on the software package for any new blocks
• Uploading all invoices onto the software and paying within a timely manner
• Reconciling of the banking transactions against the software and submitting monthly reconciliations for approval

• Preferably AAT qualified or studying
• Minimum of 1 years experience as an Accounts Assistant
• Any experience with Service Charge, and in the Property Management industry is beneficial
• Able to commute to office
• No requirement for visa sponsorship
• Polite, professional, and personable
• Available to start no more than a month in advance

• Salary dependant on experience, ranging from £21-24k, but can be higher
• Hybrid working arrangements, 2 days in Newhaven office and 2 days from home
• Option to work in Hove or Eastbourne offices 1 day a week
• Quarterly personal development meetings to focus on personal goals
• Pay matrix increases with every exam
• Covered all training provider costs, exam leave, study leave, exam feeds, and professional membership fees
• Free sessions with financial advisors and mortgage advisors
• Regular fun events, including Summer and Christmas parties
• Flexible working arrangements

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