Service Charge Accountant

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Service Charge Accountant

Fexco Property Services

Salisbury (but mainly remote working)

37.5

Based within the Client Accounts Team of our Accounts Department, we are looking for a Service Charge Accountant to join us at Fexco Property Services. This role liaises with internal and external parties to produce the final financial statements for our clients.

• Prepare and analyse the audit findings on an Extended Trial Balance for the external auditors to review and test, responding to subsequent audit queries
• Produce periodic financial information for internal and external use, including year-end final financial statements
• Periodically review financial position with property managers and directors where necessary
• Liaise with auditors to track progress of and review service charge accounts production
• Review budget pack production and work closely with Budgeting/Billing team to ensure accuracy and transparency
• Take control of all balance sheet related items to improve transparency and minimise risk
• On-board new business financial information
• Close off lost business financial information
• Assist with internal and external queries where necessary
• Prepare and issue Section 20B notices as and when required
• Calculating, invoicing and reconciling of the utility billings. Liaising with the property managers, lessees and their tenants.
• Regularly learn and update new skills through training
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

• Relevant service charge experience gained in a Client Accountant position
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Highly analytical with an attention to detail
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines
• An effective team player

• Completed or be working towards an accounting qualification
• Experience of using QUBE system (highly desirable)
• Experience of Extended Trial Balance

Fexco is an equal opportunities employer and is proud to foster a work environment where our people are supported and encouraged to be themselves. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and sections of society and each application is given fair consideration.