At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage service charge budgets and maintain financial records for property management.
- Company: Family-friendly company in Hertfordshire with a supportive work culture.
- Benefits: Up to £36,000 salary, 25 days holiday, paid sick leave, and bonuses.
- Other info: Office-based role with potential for hybrid working after probation.
- Why this job: Join a close-knit team and make a real impact in property management.
- Qualifications: Experience in bookkeeping and property management preferred; AAT Level 3 is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 36000 £ per year.
Potters Bar - Hertfordshire
Full-time or Part-time (Min of 4 full days, or less than full time hours but over 5 days)
- Free yearly eye tests
- Paid sick leave
- 25 days Holiday plus Bank holidays
- Salary up to £36,000 p.a. plus 2x discretionary bonuses paid in July & December
The ideal candidate will be happy to work fully office based. They do have some staff who work part of the week from home. They are happy to discuss hybrid working after probation.
Fantastic family friendly Hertfordshire based company are looking to recruit an experienced Service Charge Bookkeeper to join their team. This really is a lovely place to work, all staff have a very good relationship and the company offers a happy and supportive working environment. Personality match for the team is very important to the company.
Responsibilities
- Setting the yearly service charge budget for each block with assistance from the Property Managers
- Maintain income and expenditure ledger
- Dealing with leaseholders queries relating to the accounts & service charges
- Ensure all cheques received from lessees are promptly paid in on the due dates
- Carry out monthly bank reconciliations against the bank statements
- Dealing with annual accounts at year end, producing a balance sheet, complete accounts to trial balance
- Paying invoices relating to the works carried out on each block
- Check for arrears owing from leaseholders/tenants and pursue chasing or recovery action
- Generally, carry out or assist with general office duties as directed or appropriate
- Other Bookkeeping related duties as and when required
The company uses Blocks Online for all data entry and ledger sheets, there is also use of Excel for ad hoc statements/spreadsheets. Training will be given on how to use Blocks Online.
The ideal Service Charge Bookkeeper
- AAT Qualified to level 3 (desired, not essential) or qualified by experience
- Have worked in the Property Management Industry, dealing with the accounts for Service Charge Budgets - desired but not essential
- Experience in completing accounts to trial balance - essential
- A solid work history which shows longevity with previous companies - essential
- Resides in Hertfordshire or North London, must be local 30 mins to Potters Bar during rush hour traffic
- Happy to work in an office environment
- Good level of Excel experience, knowledge and use of formulas is essential
Location on the ad is not exact, please contact me for full details and for exact location disclosure, which will be provided once a genuine interest and suitability for the role is established!
Service Charge Bookkeeper in Potters Bar employer: Finest Recruits
Join a fantastic family-friendly company in Hertfordshire as a Service Charge Bookkeeper, where you'll enjoy a supportive work culture and strong team relationships. With benefits like free yearly eye tests, generous holiday allowance, and the potential for hybrid working after probation, this role offers not just a job but a meaningful career path in a welcoming environment. The company prioritises employee growth and well-being, making it an excellent choice for those seeking rewarding employment.
