Client Cost Accountant

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

We are recruiting for Client Cost Accountant on behalf of a leading real estate services firm based in Birmingham.

 This role plays a pivotal part in supporting the finance team with client fee management, forecasting, and billing while also providing administrative support for property and team operations.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fee management within the property sector and exceptional client-facing communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Fee Management:

Extract and manage client Cost Plus model data to ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and fee raising in compliance with GDPR regulations.
Oversee monthly accruals and balance sheets for senior stakeholders.
Generate and process ad hoc billing instructions for fixed-fee work.
Manage property transitions, coordinating staffing as properties enter or leave management.
Financial Operations:

Prepare budgets and forecasts, providing clear explanations for variances.
Conduct quarterly reconciliations to maintain accurate bad debt accounting and ensure timely collections.
Supervise the end-to-end billing process, including approval logs, fee memos, and corporate debt solutions.

People Management Experience:

Lead a team to achieve daily objectives and drive continuous performance improvement.
Foster high-performing teams through one-on-one meetings, coaching, performance reviews, and career planning.
Clearly communicate team objectives to promote engagement and motivation.
Support HR processes such as recruitment and monitoring team capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Set and monitor clear performance expectations and manage team workloads effectively.
Address escalated queries, resolve issues, and liaise with senior stakeholders.
Establish SMART targets aligned with departmental goals.
Perform root cause analysis to identify areas for improvement and implement system and process enhancements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Previous experience in fee management within the property sector is highly preferred.
A qualified accountant (AAT considered if accompanied by relevant experience).
Proficiency in client communication, problem-solving, and MS Office (particularly formula management in Excel).
Flexible approach to work, with the ability to commute to Birmingham as required.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a dynamic finance team within the real estate industry. If you are motivated by challenges and eager to make an impact, we encourage you to apply



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