Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Salary £30,000 to £35,000 Southwest London Hybrid 4 days in office 1 day from home

Global property company based in Southwest London have an exciting opportunity to join their accounts team on a 9-month fixed term contract. This is a busy and fast paced role where you will be an instrumental part of the finance function. As the Property Account Assistant, you are responsible for managing the financial transactions between the Property company, and its clients and tenants.

Working in light and airy modern offices which are a two-minute walk from one of the best high streets in London, featuring trendy bars, boutique restaurants and amazing shops that cater for all your lunch, shopping and after work needs, making it an ideal location for those looking to enjoy a great work-life balance.

Ideally you will have approximately two or more years of experience working as an accounts assistant within the property sector and be looking for your next career move.

Working with a supportive and approachable line manager who encourages career development, learning and growth, this job will offer the successful individual career progression, a dynamic working environment and the chance to develop your property accounting experience within a highly respected global organisation.

Key responsibilities of the Property Accounts Assistant:

• Respond to and resolve queries from landlords, tenants and internal office teams.
• Process deposit refunds and ensure new tenant accounts are set up accurately.
• Handle tenancy and account terminations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process daily payments to landlords and contractors.
• Upload new property deals and ensure the correct fees are charged and collected from landlords.
• Generate rental demands and accurately allocate incoming tenant payments.
• Identify discrepancies and potential issues, taking appropriate action to resolve or elevate them.
• Support the verification and approval of new or amended bank details.
• Take responsibility for assigned tasks, escalating any risks, concerns or issues promptly when required.
• Support team objectives through effective knowledge sharing, collaboration and a commitment to ongoing process improvement.

Salary and Benefits:

• £30,000 to £32,000 per annum
• 20 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
• Pension

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious, established and financially stable property in the capacity of an Accounts Assistant.