Service Charge Accountant

Our client a professional and thriving organisation based in Southend are looking for an experienced Service Charge Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis.  The ideal candidate for the role will have experience in a similar Accounting role within residential property management along with the IRPM Industry Qualification or similar.

Your daily duties will include:-

• Production of residential Service Charge accounts
• Reconciliation of independently prepared accounts
• Client liaison on all accounting matters
• Internal liaison with Property Managers
• Assisting with complex queries from Property Managers
• Production of year end certificates and explanations with final accounts
• Supporting the Property Managers and Branch Managers in the local branch
• Assisting RMC Directors in the understanding of the Service Charge accounts
• Attending AGMs and other meetings with clients as required
• Ensuring RICS Service Charge Residential Management Code is adhered to

You will need:-

• A good understanding of leasehold property accounting

• Knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping
• Knowledge of lease interpretation, apportionment, schedules, balancing and reserve fund compliance.
• Knowledge of Section 20B legislation
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work to deadlines

What’s in it for you:

A salary of Circa £30,000pa, potential hybrid working, 25 days holiday which increases with service, ongoing industry training and personal development and further company benefits once you have passed your probation period.

The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm with 1 hour lunch or 9.00am to 5.00 with half hour lunch.

If you have the relevant skills and experience (as above) we would like to hear from you.

Due to the high level of applications we receive daily, we are only able to respond to those candidates whose skills and experience match the requirements of the role.