Estate Property Accountant – Large-Scale Mixed-Use Asset
Senior-level | Property / Service Charge Accounting
A high-profile mixed-use destination asset in West London is appointing an experienced Estate Property Accountant to take ownership of rental income, service charge accounting and financial controls across a complex, operational environment.
This role sits at the heart of the estate’s finance function and offers genuine breadth, autonomy and visibility. The estate is part‑way through a multi‑year redevelopment and operational transformation, making this a compelling opportunity for a property accountant who enjoys scale, complexity and process improvement.
You will act as a key finance partner to estate leadership, tenants, auditors and operational teams, with responsibility for both day‑to‑day control and longer‑term improvements to systems and reporting.
What you’ll be responsible for
- Full ownership of rental billing, receipting and tenant ledgers
- Completion statements, insurance and utilities recharges
- Funding requests and tenant query management
Service Charge
- End‑to‑end responsibility for service charge budgets, quarterly accounts and year‑end reconciliations
- Apportionment setup, billing and balancing charges
- Improving service charge models, commentary and reporting standards
Treasury & Controls
- Bank reconciliations, rent deposits and supplier payments
- OPEX funding oversight and cash controls
- Month‑end reporting, journals, VAT and CIS
Systems & Process Improvement
- Lease and property data onboarding and maintenance
- Driving improvements within Yardi (reporting, workflows, data integrity)
- Supporting wider initiatives around PO management and audit frameworks
What we’re looking for
- Strong experience as a Senior Property Accountant or Service Charge Accountant within a complex commercial or mixed‑use estate
- Solid understanding of RICS service charge regulations, VAT and CIS
- Confidence interpreting commercial leases and management agreements
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Senior Service Charge Accountant in England employer: WSS Associates
WSS Associates is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, providing a dynamic work environment for professionals in the real estate sector. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities while working alongside a talented team dedicated to delivering impactful solutions. Located in the UK, our culture promotes work-life balance and inclusivity, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
