At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare bank reconciliations and manage tenant deposits while supporting process improvements.
- Company: Join Landsec, a leading real estate company shaping urban life in the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and a performance-based bonus.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for learning and community support.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in finance and banking processes.
- Qualifications: Understanding of accounting fundamentals and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
WE ARE LANDSEC. We identify and shape places that create opportunity, enhance quality of life, and bring joy to the people connected to them. This is how we’ve created the UK’s leading portfolio of urban places and one of the largest real estate companies in Europe. Our £10 billion portfolio is built around premium workplaces, the country’s pre-eminent retail platform, and a residential pipeline that will redefine urban life.
LOCATION: This role is based at London, Victoria and offers hybrid working (minimum 3 days in the office).
THE ROLE: The Assistant Cash & Bank Accountant is a new role in the Treasury Back Office team arising from the efficiencies gained from our recent finance transformation programme. The primary responsibility for the role is to prepare reconciliations for lower-risk and lower-volume bank accounts, and process tenant deposit and lease-related transactions. The role will help support continuous improvement of cash and banking controls, and assist with identifying further opportunities for automation.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Completing daily / monthly bank reconciliations (automated / manual) for lower activity, lower-risk bank accounts ensuring we identify further transactions for auto-matching.
- Managing tenant deposits including liaising with Asset Managers and managing drawdowns with the Accounts Payable team.
- Assisting with a monthly reconciliation of tenant deposits between balances held in CMS (bank portal) and tenant deposit lease lines in D365.
- Business partnering with the Lease Administration team to ensure D365 lease lines are appropriately created and maintained.
- Assisting with ad-hoc preparation of simple journal postings with assistance from the Treasury Reporting Accountant.
- Investigating routine reconciling items and queries and maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation.
- Escalating complex issues to the Senior Cash & Bank Accountant.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the team.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Good understanding of accounting fundamentals.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Proactive approach to learning and development.
- Ability to resolve routine issues independently.
- Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset.
Life and Benefits at Landsec: We have a great benefits package, there to support you with your work-life balance and in moments that matter. We offer fantastic Learning and Development opportunities to help you grow and reach your potential.
Below are some of our core benefits:
- Performance based annual bonus plan
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) rising to 27 days after 2 years and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days each year.
- Enhanced pension contributions – Landsec will contribute up to 10.5% subject to your contribution.
- Private medical insurance, Health Cash Plan, Life assurance and income protection.
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental leave policies.
- Two different share plans enabling you to share in the success you will help to build.
- Up to 4 working days to volunteer per year and 'Give As You Earn' programmes allowing you to donate to charities straight out of your pay and we top up by 20%.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Landsec, we value diversity & inclusion. We strive to ensure all our information, and services are accessible to and usable by everyone.
Assistant Cash & Bank Accountant in London employer: Landsec
Landsec is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer hybrid working arrangements and a vibrant work culture that encourages creativity and strategic thinking. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving meaningful change and delivering value across our portfolio.
