Client Accountant

Client Accountant
Location: Surrey (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Start Date: Early February

About Us
Our client a commercial property management consultancy is a trusted name in delivering tailored, high-quality property management solutions. Their team is committed to professionalism, innovation, and excellence in service delivery. They are now looking for a skilled Client Accountant to join the growing team, contributing to their exceptional service for property owners and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
As a Client Accountant, you will be integral to managing the financial operations of property portfolios. Your role will include:

• Bank Reconciliations: Conducting regular and precise reconciliation of all client bank accounts, ensuring accurate financial records.
• Service Charge Budgeting: Collaborating with property managers to prepare and review service charge budgets, ensuring alignment with lease requirements and operational needs.
• Financial Reporting: Producing monthly and quarterly financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and expenditure summaries.
• Lease Management: Setting up and maintaining financial records for new leases, ensuring compliance with all lease terms.
• Daily Banking: Managing daily banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers, ensuring efficient cash flow management.
• Year-End Reconciliation: Preparing year-end service charge accounts and supporting the audit process.
• Credit Control: Performing minimal credit control tasks, including monitoring arrears, issuing reminders, and liaising with tenants and property managers to resolve disputes.
• Client Liaison: Acting as a trusted point of contact for clients, addressing queries, and providing clear and timely updates on financial matters.

Requirements

• Proven experience in client accounting, within commercial property management. (3-5 years)
• Proficiency in YARDI accounting software.
• Strong understanding of service charge management and lease structures.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client and team collaboration.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Relevant qualifications in accounting (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) are advantageous but not essential.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE NO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY EXPERIENCE.