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The role
The Client Accountant is responsible for managing the Client Accounting and Financial Reporting for our Client(s) effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with Client requirements.
The objectives of the role include:
* Ensuring all Client and property accounting services are delivered to high standards and meet the service levels required by the Client;
* Maintaining complete and up-to-date records and financial management, including applying accounting regulations, query management, service charge management, reconciliations, capex, opex, and other Client-specific procedures;
* Collaborating with surveyors, Clients, and team members to resolve queries efficiently;
* Supporting contractual compliance across the team, including meeting SLAs and KPIs on behalf of BNPPRE;
* Continuously improving processes for market-leading financial management in accordance with relevant legislation.
Responsibilities
* Handling a broad range of projects, consulting with senior colleagues or external specialists on complex or technical issues;
* Specializing in one aspect of the discipline while maintaining broad knowledge of related principles and practices;
* Enhancing BNP Paribas Real Estate's reputation through successful delivery;
* Developing, implementing, and refining processes to meet service delivery standards for clients;
* Working with internal audit and compliance to ensure all requirements are met;
* Participating in activity controls;
* Improving efficiency, effectiveness, and control of daily work with management;
* Serving as the main contact for Clients, surveyors, and relevant parties regarding accounting services;
* Monitoring and producing client records, including statements, P&L, balance sheets, VAT, charges, reconciliations, and query responses;
* Ensuring services are delivered per contract agreements;
* Attending client meetings to understand and respond to their needs;
* Structuring accounting records and achieving reporting goals with team members;
* Ensuring Quality Assurance reviews are completed before issuance;
* Assisting with internal and external audits of financial info, procedures, and controls.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Qualified or part-qualified in a recognized accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA) or qualified through experience;
* GCSE qualifications including Maths and English.
Experience
* Numerate with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills;
* Experience in an accounting team within property management or similar environment;
* Experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, operations, and controls;
* Tenacious, presentable, assertive, adaptable, self-aware, and self-motivated;
* Conscientious with an understanding of accounting and data protection;
* Knowledge of accounting techniques, including general ledger transactions, is advantageous;
* Committed to excellent customer service and meeting deadlines;
* Commercially astute, innovative, and solutions-oriented;
* Organized, methodical, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines;
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with property management/accounting packages (e.g., Trace Tramps, Yardi, Voyager, Qube Horizon) is a plus.
Benefits
* Health & Leisure: Private medical, 25 days annual leave + public holidays, health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge, kids pass, golf card, social events, perks at work.
* Financial: Pension, life assurance (8x salary), group income protection, interest-free season ticket loan, bonus scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice.
BNP Paribas Real Estate values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, fostering a respectful and supportive work environment.
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