Service Charge Accountant

Exciting Career Opportunity: Service Charge Accountant at Pinnacle Property Management
Are you ready for a rewarding challenge? Pinnacle Property Management, a renowned Residential Leasehold Property Management company, is seeking a Service Charge Accountant. This is a fantastic career opportunity with an excellent package. Join us and advance your career within property management with a company committed to excellence.
Position: Service Charge Accountant
Location: Hybrid/Hurst
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 0900 – 1700
Salary:
Competitive
Contract: Permanent
Who are Pinnacle Property Management:
Pinnacle Property Management, part of the Odevo Group, manages over 25,000 properties with a focus on efficiency and reliability. Established in 2004, we work with national housebuilders and Residents’ Management Companies, ensuring high standards as Corporate Members of The Property Institute.
Why Pinnacle Property Management:
Joining Pinnacle Property Management offers a range of benefits designed to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, and professional growth. Here’s a closer look at what you can expect:
Training and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional development and career advancement through various training programs.
Up to 23 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays: Generous holiday allowance to ensure you have plenty of time to relax and recharge.
Flexible Working: Options for flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
Staff Referral Scheme: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals into the team.
Electric Car Buy Bank Scheme: Support for purchasing an electric vehicle, promoting sustainable transportation.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Encouragement to maintain a healthy lifestyle and reduce your carbon footprint by cycling to work with financial assistance for bike purchases.
Xmas Holiday Scheme: Enjoy extra time off during the festive season, allowing you to spend quality time with loved ones.
Buying Extra Annual Leave: Flexibility to purchase additional annual leave days to suit your personal needs and preferences.
Company Pension Contribution: Secure your future with contributions to your pension plan from the company.
These benefits collectively make Pinnacle Property Management a great place to work, offering a supportive and rewarding environment for its employees.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Service Charge Accountant at Pinnacle Property Management, you will:
Manage all aspects of client accounting operations for leasehold properties, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial policies.
Prepare and present service charge budgets, financial reports, and client accounts.
Collaborate with property managers and finance teams to resolve client accounting queries and discrepancies promptly.
Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations.
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, collection of service charges, and reconciliation of accounts.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary contact for accounting-related matters.
Implement robust internal controls to safeguard client funds and comply with regulatory requirements.
Coordinate audits with auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with accounting standards and lease agreements.
Lead and mentor the client accounting team, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices in client accounting and property management. Key Requirements:
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
Significant experience in client accounting, ideally within property management or real estate sectors.
Strong knowledge of service charge budgets, financial reporting, and accounting principles (e.g., UK GAAP or IFRS).
Proven ability to lead and develop a client accounting team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships and providing excellent client service.
Advanced analytical skills to interpret financial data, monitor performance, and provide strategic insights.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Ability to resolve complex accounting issues and discrepancies promptly and efficiently.
Understanding of regulatory requirements and ability to ensure compliance with accounting standards and lease agreements.
Capability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines effectively. How to Apply:
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for more insights or visit our website for a full list of current openings. If you would like more details or answers to your questions, reach out to our recruitment team at (phone number removed) and mention the reference number.
Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without restrictions, with documented evidence of eligibility required. Some benefits may become available after a qualifying period and are subject to seniority.
Join Pinnacle Property Management and Elevate Your Career to New Heights