Service Charge Accountant Position

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd Full time

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd is seeking a highly skilled Service Charge Accountant to join their team on a temporary basis for 6-12 months. Located in central London, the company focuses on iconic retail, hospitality, and residential locations.

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  • Job Title: Service Charge Accountant
  • Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience

This role will involve preparing annual service charge statements, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and collaborating with Property Managers on detailed annual budgets. The ideal candidate will have experience in Service Charge Accounting for a real estate business and be comfortable working in a performance-driven environment.

">About the Role

The successful candidate will work closely with another Service Charge Accountant, responsible for a small number of properties. Key responsibilities include:

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  • Preparing accurate and timely annual service charge statements, aligned with accounting standards and the RICS code.
  • Performing monthly service charge reports, reviewing variances, and proposing adjustments.
  • Collaborating with Property Managers on detailed annual budgets, reflecting operational plans.
  • Supporting the Property Accountant and finance team as needed.

We are looking for an individual with strong planning skills, attention to detail, and reliability. Experience with Unit 4 and Horizon is advantageous, but not essential.

">Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have:

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  • Experience in Service Charge Accounting for a real estate business.
  • Background in Investment Property is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with commercial property management software is advantageous.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

If you are a motivated and experienced Service Charge Accountant looking for a new challenge, please apply today with your latest CV.



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