Position: Assistant Client Accountant
Location: London, Knightsbridge
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (5 Days per Week in office)
Job Overview:
As an Assistant Client Accountant, you will be supporting the team in accurate and efficient management of client accounts, financial transactions, and reporting. Your role will involve working closely with client accountants, property managers, clients, and internal stakeholders to maintain financial integrity, provide excellent customer service, and support the overall financial health of the company.
About Praxis:
Praxis is a privately owned UK real estate investor and manager with a strong track record of performance, underpinned by smart market timing and hands-on management. Founded in 2009, with roots going back over 30 years, Praxis partners with a range of investors and uses its fully integrated platform and 400+ team to manage the entire real estate value chain from offices in London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
Key Responsibilities:
* Client Account Management: Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date client accounts, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.
* Service Charge Management: Assist in the reconciliation of service charges
* Assist in invoicing and financial reporting: Generate and issue invoices to clients, reconcile accounts, and prepare accurate financial reports for management review.
* Debt Collection: Assist in the monitoring and follow up on outstanding payments, manage debt recovery processes, and provide professional and efficient resolution of payment-related queries and disputes.
* Financial Analysis: Assist in the analyse of client accounts and financial data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement.
* Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and cash flow forecasts for clients, providing insights and recommendations to support financial planning.
* Client Communication: Maintain strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates on account status, addressing queries, and delivering exceptional customer service.
* Compliance and Regulations: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legal requirements, and industry regulations related to client accounting and financial operations.
* Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance client accounting processes, implement best practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial operations.
* Collaboration: Work closely with property managers, finance team members, and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and communication regarding client accounts.
Requirements:
* Education: A-level educated. Relevant professional qualifications or certifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) will be advantageous.
* Experience: Proven experience working as a Property Client Accountant or in a similar role, preferably within the property management or real estate industry. Familiarity with commercial clients will be beneficial.
* Numerical and Analytical Skills: Excellent numerical and analytical abilities, with the capability to interpret financial data, perform reconciliations, and provide accurate financial insights.
* Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.
* Relationship Building: Demonstrated interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders, and exhibiting professionalism, tact, and empathy.
* Problem-Solving: Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and make informed decisions within established guidelines.
* Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, financial records, and client accounts.
* IT Skills: Proficiency in using accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and other relevant software applications.
* Organisational Skills: Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary + Discretionary Bonus
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* PMI and Healthcare Cash Plan
* 5% Company Pension Contribution
* 3x Life Assurance