Client Accountant

You will join a supportive, people-focused finance team at Trinity Estates, taking ownership of a portfolio of client accounts for residential developments. Working in a hybrid pattern from our Hemel Hempstead office (HP2 7DN
) and from home, you will deliver accurate, timely reporting and hands‑on support to property managers, clients and residents.

• Trinity Estates
• Competitive
• Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead (HP2 7DN
  )

You will join a supportive, people-focused finance team at Trinity Estates, taking ownership of a portfolio of client accounts for residential developments. Working in a hybrid pattern from our Hemel Hempstead office (HP2 7DN
) and from home, you will deliver accurate, timely reporting and hands‑on support to property managers, clients and residents.

This is a role where your attention to detail and service mindset really matter. You will be trusted to manage end‑to‑end accounting cycles for your portfolio, keep cashflow healthy, and present clear financial insights that help teams make informed decisions. In return, you’ll gain exposure to a varied portfolio and structured processes within a growing, well-supported group environment.

Most days, you will prepare and review service charge accounts, reconcile client money, and produce accurate reports and packs to deadlines. You will collaborate closely with property managers, answer queries from clients and residents, and liaise with auditors to ensure clean year‑end sign‑offs. You will continuously improve data quality, processes and controls to keep things running smoothly.

• You deliver error‑free service charge accounts and reports to agreed timelines, every time.
• You keep ledgers, bank reconciliations and cashflow fully up to date with clear audit trails.
• You communicate proactively with property managers and clients, resolving queries quickly and well.
• You spot variances and trends early, offering practical recommendations to improve performance.
• You manage busy periods confidently, prioritising effectively without compromising quality.
• You contribute to process improvements that simplify work and strengthen financial controls.

• Preparing service charge year-end accounts, packs and working papers for audit and sign‑off.
• Completing monthly bank reconciliations, ledger reviews and client money reconciliations.
• Producing management reports, variance analysis and cashflow forecasts for your portfolio.
• Partnering with property managers to set and monitor budgets, accruals and prepayments.
• Handling queries from clients and residents, providing clear, timely resolutions.
• Liaising with external auditors and internal teams to meet statutory and client deadlines.

• You take ownership, enjoy working to clear deadlines and stay calm under pressure.
• You communicate clearly, translating financial detail into practical insights for non-finance colleagues.
• You are meticulous with numbers and documentation, and you value strong controls and process.
• You are collaborative, helpful and service-oriented, building positive relationships across teams.
• You are curious and improvement-minded, always looking for ways to make things simpler and better.

• Experience producing accounts in a property, housing, construction or multi-site environment.
• Hands‑on exposure to service charge accounting, client money, or audit support.
• Confidence with accounting systems and Excel, including reconciliations and data analysis.
• Working with stakeholders to explain variances, budgets and forecasts.
• Participating in process improvements or system transitions within a finance team.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank…