White and Sons is a multi-disciplinary property consultancy and surveying company with six offices in Surrey. The Finance Officer will be responsible for aspects of the day-to-day running of a busy accounts department in this long-established property company and assisting the Finance Manager with everyday duties, such as accounting transactions and credit control for the business. In due course, it is hoped that the Finance Officer will be able to provide holiday cover for other members of the team and also take on additional responsibilities to assist the head of the department.
Ideally, a candidate must have 2 years or more experience in a finance or accounts function.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice processing
Supplier payments
Online banking
Cash received
Service charge collection/processing (including arrears) and bank reconciliation
Managing and maintaining the property and leasehold database
Issuing Service Charge and Ground Rent demands
Setting up Lease schedule and budget
Invoicing and supplier run
Financial reporting in preparing service charge year end
General office admin and handling related queries
Use of other industry specific software such as Blockman (advantageous); Reapit; Re-leased; etc. - training can be given )
Key Skills Advanced knowledge of MS Office, in particular EXCEL (essential); Xero, QuickBooks (advantageous)
Understanding of service charge collection
Close attention to detail & accurate working (essential)
Honesty, integrity and an understanding of data privacy
Pro-active, numerate and enjoy working with others.
Keen to learn and take on new responsibilities over time
Problem solving
Organised ability to prioritise workload
Communications skills (the ability to interact within the different departments)
Accounting software
Strong understanding of debits & credits
Benefits A day off on your birthday
Annual leave which increases with service (initially 25 days plus bank holidays)
Employee Assistance Program - for your health and wellbeing needs
Company socials
Referral scheme
Parking permit provided
*We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK*
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