Property Accountant

Overview

As a Property Accountant you will manage financial records for a well-established estate agency, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering accurate reporting to support strategic decisions. You will work closely with other departments to provide financial insights and help drive performance. The role involves preparing statements, managing payables/receivables, and conducting reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting. You will mentor junior team members and share best practices in accounting processes. This opportunity combines hands-on accounting with cross-functional impact in a reputable property services group.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements, reports and records in line with accounting standards
• Manage accounts payable and receivable to ensure timely payments and collections
• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts
• Assist with budgets and forecasts, providing insights into financial performance
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver financial insights that support decision-making
• Mentor junior team members and share best practices in accounting processes
• Utilize accounting software (PeopleSoft, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero or similar) to manage financial data efficiently

Key requirements

• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Experience using Qube
• Understanding of financial management principles
• Proficiency in accounting software (PeopleSoft, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero)
• Effective communication skills with colleagues and stakeholders
• Ideally experience in financial accounting within the financial services sector

• effective communication
• mentoring
• cross-functional collaboration
• PeopleSoft
• Sage
• QuickBooks

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