Senior Property Accountant in City of London

Senior Property Accountant

Central London

£70k - £85k + Bonus & Hybrid Working (2-3 days in the office)

The role:

The role will sit between the CFO and the Property Accountant and will incorporate both financial accounting as well as having a hands on oversight role in the property service charge accounting.

Duties:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for real estate portfolios
• Perform variance analysis, budget forecasting, and financial modelling
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of statutory accounts, including VAT returns, corporation tax, and capital allowances
• Oversee all aspects of property accounting, including rent rolls, service charges, and maintenance of lease schedules
• Preparation and reconciliation of service charge
• Review and reconcile tenant ledgers, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Preparation and filling of VAT returns

Requirements:

• Strong, hands-on property accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS) and property tax regulations
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Yardi, MRI) and MS Excel
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, grow and develop a team

Why should you work for this company?

• Opportunity to join a growing company with ambitious investment plans
• Fantastic autonomy in this role, opportunity to very much make the role your own
• Excellent working flexibility

Interview process:

• Two stage process
• 1st stage on Teams/Zoom
• 2nd stage held face to face in the office