Property Accountant 12M FTC

Cobalt are working with a hugely established and dynamic organisation in the heart of London's thriving commercial property market. This is a fantastic chance to join a respected leader in property management and investment and make a real impact in the world of property accounting.

As a Property Accountant, you'll be part of a fast-paced and collaborative team, responsible for managing key financial processes in one of the UK's most iconic property portfolios. You'll be involved in service charge management, helping to drive efficiency and ensure compliance across a variety of prestigious commercial properties.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage property accounting for a diverse portfolio of real estate assets
Prepare service charge budgets, reconciliations, and year-end statements
Monitor and report on property financial performance and variances
Liaise with property managers and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting
Oversee the accounts payable and receivable process for the property portfolio
Assist with month-end close, financial reporting, and forecasting
Ensure compliance with relevant property and accounting regulations

Requirements:

Proven experience in property accounting, ideally within real estate
Strong background in service charge accounting and reconciliations
Proficiency in property management accounting systems (Qube system experience is desirable but not essential)
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualification (desirable, but not essential)

Junior candidates with relevant experience in service charge accounting who are eager to learn will also be considered.

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