Job Description
People 4 Property are delighted to be working with a highly regarded property business who are looking to recruit a Property Accounts Assistant to join their established and supportive team in Weybridge.
This is a varied role within a busy accounts department, supporting both commercial property management accounts and company accounts, with a strong focus on service charge accounting.
You will be working closely with an experienced Head of Accounts, gaining hands-on exposure across all areas of the accounts function.
Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant
* Managing and maintaining service charge accounts in line with RICS guidelines
* Preparing and reviewing service charge budgets
* Producing client statements and financial reports
* VAT reporting
* Liaising with property managers to resolve account queries
* Supporting year-end accounts with external accountants
* Assisting with company accounts
About You
* Previous experience in property accounts or service charge accounting preferred
* Understanding of RICS guidelines (or keen to develop knowledge)
* Good knowledge of profit & loss and balance sheets
* AAT qualified or working towards, or relevant accounting experience
* Strong Excel skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Confident communicator with a team-focused approach
Desirable Skills for the Accounts Assistant
* Experience with Qube or similar property accounting systems
* Knowledge of Sage
Why Apply for the Accounts Assistant opportunity
* Join a friendly, hardworking and supportive team
* Gain exposure across both service charge and company accounts
* Training and development with support for further qualifications
* Long-term progression within a specialist area of the property sector
* 1 day working from home after probation
* 25 days annual holiday
* Study support for further accounting qualifications if desired
Additional Information:
Response Time:
Due to a high volume of applications, we aim to respond within 48 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Data Protection & Confidentiality:
People 4 Property is acting as a recruitment agency in connection with this vacancy. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes. All communications are strictly confidential, and your CV will never be submitted without your prior consent.