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Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship - Property Management
Current Team Information
The Team consists of over 70 members split across three teams, with 4 Directors and 12 team leaders. We are responsible for the day to day client accounting. The management team have a combined wealth of knowledge.
About this role
The function of the role is to assist in the property data management & control of finances of client monies held (on behalf of Investors) in order to manage a property portfolio. The Apprentice Accounts Assistant is to work within a team of Client Accountants carrying out tasks for the team.
The client selection includes national contracts serviced from each office. Savills client information is predominately held on MRI but the role may require personnel to work on one or more of our clients own Property Management systems.
Day to day tasks include:
- Maintain housekeeping of Property & Lease data and financial data on databases
- Assist the Client Accountants in reporting to clients (standard reports plus additional as required)
- Ensure accurate reconciliation of client reports (i.e. VAT, client statement etc)
- Site Income Reconciliations
- Prepare Instructions for Treasury department (following the relevant approvals) of the following: demand recharges of costs incurred from Tenants; transfer of Rent monies to client; amendments to Client Accounts; payment of client property related transactions working with team property administrator on quarterly budget reports and forecasts; and general maintenance of client funds i.e. tenant refunds etc
- Maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients and ensure that good client service is delivered
- Other miscellaneous administration tasks as required
- Ad-hoc tasks instructed by Client Accounts Team Leader and Head of Property Finance UK
- Processing of purchase invoices
In addition to the tasks described above, the job holder may be required to carry out other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.
How you’ll make an impact
Good communication and organisational skills are vital to succeed as an Apprentice. You will need the ability to manage a varied workload, work as part of a team while also having the ability to use your own initiative, and be passionate about delivering the best service possible for your team and clients.
- Word and Excel skills
- Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
- Strong time management skills
- Good attention to detail
- Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
- Thirst for knowledge and self-motivation
GCSE English and Maths at Level 4 (Grade C) or above is a mandatory requirement and you may not apply if you are currently studying for or already have a degree.
You must be eligible to live, work and remain in the UK, within 1 hour’s commute of the office you are applying to.
Training
Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship. Full on the job training provided.
Career development
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs.
Benefits
- Permanent Contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a 5 year training contract
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Pension Scheme – Royal London
- Training costs covered
- 25 days annual leave
- Employee discounts - save money using our MyRewards on thousands of discounts and offers
- Pitch your idea to our Board via the Savills Dragons Den (Innovation and growth initiative)
- Sports activities (Hockey, Netball, Skiing, Rugby, Football, Cricket, Badminton & Squash)
- Employee Assistance Programme – A 24 hour service available to all staff and completely confidential
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- ShareSave - Save As You Earn share option scheme
About Savills
Savills apprenticeship programme allows you to gain the training, experience and support you need to build a fulfilling career in real estate.
We pride ourselves on offering the best possible experience from the day you receive your offer letter with us, through to the training programmes that support your career development.
We work with the Chartered Surveyors Training Trust to offer property apprenticeship opportunities across our business in various locations. If you are passionate about a developing a professional career in property, and would prefer to learn on the job rather than studying full-time at university, these roles may suit you. We have 100 per cent retention rate of our apprentices, who go on to work for Savills after completion of the scheme.
How to apply
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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
