Financial Compliance Accounts Assistant

Homes for Students is a market leader in managing independent purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) The Company, since it was formed in October 2015, has secured 40,000 bed spaces across 160 properties with more than 50 different clients.

We are seeking a Financial Compliance Accounts Assistant, based in our Harrogate office working 40 hours per week, 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday,  who will assist with all elements of Mobilisations/Demobilisation & Internal Audit Functions.

Excellent communication skills, accuracy, commercial acumen, efficiency, and an eye for detail are essential. With the company continuing to grow, the responsibilities of the role will develop in-line with any future structural changes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mobilisations
• Internal Audit
• Finance audit
• Inboxes
• Ad-hoc support to Property Managers, Audit Manager & Finance Manager
• Training support

IT Skills:

• Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office (Excel skills are key in this role)
• Accounting Packages - ideally Navison
• Reporting Packages – ideally JET reports
• An excellent level of IT understanding – ad-hoc packages are used within the function

Personal Qualities:

• Commitment and enthusiasm to Homes for Students and its work
• Commitment to quality in all aspects of service delivery
• Commitment to equal opportunities
• Willing to be flexible and respond to changing circumstances
• Key attributes are an ability to demonstrate a flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude and to become quickly established to add value to the business

What’s on offer:

• Generous holiday package of 25 days, plus bank holidays, to recharge and enjoy life outside of work 
• Access to a range of exclusive retail discounts to make your money go further.
• Take your special day off! Enjoy your birthday with a well-deserved break from work.
• Stay active and eco-friendly with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Make a difference in the community with 2 charity days per annum.

If this sounds like the role for you and you have the skills, knowledge and experience required, we would love to hear from you!

Homes for Students is an equal opportunity employer and a member of Inclusive Employers. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.