Service Charge Accountant

We are looking for a Service Charge Accountant to join our clients successful and growing property management company.

As a Service Charge Accountant, you will be a key member of the Finance team and be responsible for co-ordinating the production of budgets, year-end accounts and reports. Joining a friendly successful team who are focussed on delivering an excellent and personal service to all customers.

To respond to phone calls, emails regarding supplier invoices and service charge queries.

Database management

To assist with general office administration telephone cover etc

To register invoices to the property management database

Liaison with Property Managers

Arrears administration

Preparation of annual budget templates

Assisting with the preparation of annual service charge accounts

Liaison with auditors

Producing periodic service charge & ground rent invoices

Supplier Liaison

To help prepare Property Management reports for clients and internal meetings.

To attend regular monthly staff and inter-departmental meetings.

To attend training courses where appropriate.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience in a Service Charge environment preferred but not essential

Good written and verbal communication skills

Confidence in use of Microsoft packages

A good level of numeracy

Ability to plan and manage priorities

Ability to respond quickly, effectively and flexibly

Able to work within a team and on own initiative

Experience of working in a Property Management/Lettings environment (not essential)