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Rise Homes is an award-winning Build to Rent developer and operator based in Stockport. We offer our residents spacious, sustainable and well-managed accommodation at market rents. Our focus is delivering an exceptional and connected resident experience in the BTR Sector, while providing returns for stakeholders. The current portfolio consists of 8 developments (+1,000 units) across the North and Midlands.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Property Accountant to join our growing Finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the financial operations of our residential property portfolio, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial information, compliance with accounting standards, and supporting business growth through strategic insights.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Debt Management & Collections:
Actively monitor and manage tenant accounts to ensure that payments are received on time.
Chase overdue payments through telephone calls, emails, and formal letters.
Ensure payment plans are set up for tenants when necessary, and review regularly.
Process rent payments and reconcile tenant accounts.
2. Credit Control Reporting:
Produce regular reports on aged debt and arrears, highlighting any issues or risks.
Provide regular updates to senior management on debt collection performance and recovery strategies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all communications with tenants and payment history.
Investigate and resolve any tenant disputes regarding rent payments or billing issues in a professional and timely manner.
Liaise with legal or property management teams if a tenant's non-payment escalates to the need for legal action.
3. Tenant & Stakeholder Relationship Management:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants, addressing any concerns promptly to reduce the risk of late payments.
Collaborate with the property management team to ensure alignment on rent schedules and payment terms.
Ensure all rental terms and conditions are adhered to and any changes are communicated effectively.
4. Process Improvement & Compliance:
Review and improve internal credit control processes and systems to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Assist with the implementation of best practices in credit control within the property business.
Skills & Experience:
1. Experience:
Proven experience in credit control, ideally within the property sector or a related industry.
Strong understanding of UK property laws, tenant rights, and the processes around rent collection and arrears management.
2. Skills:
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage difficult conversations and maintain professionalism.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and take proactive action on outstanding debts.
3. Personal Attributes:
High level of attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Problem-solving skills, with a customer-centric approach.
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus.
Free Secure Parking.
Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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