Service Charge Accountant- Hybrid

Dove & Hawk; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000

Job description

Service Charge Accountant - Hybrid
Birmingham
from £34,000, depending on experience

My client, a leading and award-winning property management company with portfolios all over England, Scotland and Wales, is on the lookout for a motivated Service Charge Accountant to join their growing service charge team.

Duties:

• Oversee service charge accounting for residential and commercial properties
• Manage budgets, reconciliations, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies
• Lead preparation and management of service charge accounts & cost estimates for various properties
• Oversee reconciliation of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Prepare and review service charge statements and reports for homeowners
• Prepare & present financial reports to key stakeholders
• Provide expert advice on service charge issues to key stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
• Manage the annual service charge audit process and liaise with auditors for the portfolio
• Support and guide the accounting team on complex service charge matters
• Identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulations

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in service charge and property management accounting
• Advanced knowledge of service charge regulations and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; experience with property management systems is a must
• Demonstrates strong portfolio management
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional organisational and project management abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• In-depth knowledge of audits and compliance
• Experience in strategic financial decision-making and process improvement
• Relevant accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) required or QBE

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH, free parking onsite

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus Birthday off plus 8 bank holidays
• Healthcare
• Private Medical and Life Insurance
• Pension Contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Study Support
• Discounted Gym Membership

Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of permanent workers.