Client Accountant - Residential Estate Agency
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Duration: Permanent
Location: London West End
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
A Client Accountant is required for a well-established residential estate agency based in London West End. Our client is seeking an organised and detail-oriented individual to support the financial operations of their residential lettings portfolio. This role is ideal for someone experienced in client accounting within the property sector and comfortable working in a busy office environment.
What does the Client Accountant role entail?
* Managing all client money transactions in line with industry regulations and internal controls
* Allocating tenant rent payments, monitoring arrears, and ensuring timely landlord disbursements
* Processing contractor and supplier invoices, verifying instructions, and preparing payment runs
* Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple client accounts
* Producing accurate landlord and tenant statements and responding to financial queries
* Recording and tracking tenancy deposits and supporting compliance with deposit schemes
* Preparing internal financial reports for property managers and management
* Working closely with the lettings team to resolve account queries and maintain accurate records
* Maintaining accurate data within Reapit or Veco systems
Requirements for the Client Accountant role:
* Previous experience in residential lettings accounting or a similar client accounting role
* Strong understanding of client money processes and lettings legislation
* Confident using Reapit or Veco
* Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Clear communication skills and a practical, helpful approach to problem-solving
* Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* ARLA Propertymark knowledge would be beneficial but is not essential
Benefits of the Client Accountant role:
* Competitive salary package
* Opportunity to join a well-established residential estate agency
* Career progression and development opportunities
* Supportive and professional working environment
About us:
Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies