Job Ref: 213526757

Date: 2021-04-12 16:39:40

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Job Title: Service Charge Accounts Assistant

Location: High Wycombe

Salary: £23,000 – £25,000 p/a

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is looking for a Service Charge Accounts Assistant to provide support for the office in providing professional accountancy services to fee paying clients. This will predominantly be support for the Service Charge Accounting Team but will also include more general accounts duties as and when required so overall experience would be necessary.

The Role

Assisting in the preparation of financial information summaries as required by Property Managers, Freehold Owners or Third Parties

Working alongside the team to deliver accurate year-end accounts to the client, corresponding with clients to resolve queries and ensuring a high-quality service in a timely fashion

Assisting with certification and audit procedures relating to Service Charge Accounts

Overseeing the preparation of financial information summaries prepared by other members of the team

Providing assistance and support to the Service Charge Accounts Manager as required in relation to the Service Charge portfolio

Preparation of accounts for clients for review by Managers and ensure that necessary adjustments are made after review and prior to finalisation with the client.

Book-keeping for specific clients as necessary which may include travel to client premises

Preparation of VAT returns, tax computations and highlight problems with client records or areas of concern to managers
The Candidate

In-depth knowledge of double entry book-keeping

Excellent Microsoft Excel skills

Organised and able to prioritise own workload along with the ability to manage more junior staff and their workload.

High attention to detail with the ability to see and challenge information.

Strong communication skills both written and verbal and with the ability to develop relationships

Self-motivated and organised but also a team player, working towards a common goal

Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) level with grade C or above/grade 4 passes in English Language and Maths/Accounting

Experience of working in an accounting environment would be advantageous, as would an accountancy qualification – AAT, ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience

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