Bayman Atkinson and Smythe Looking for Client Accountant at Chorley Full Time

Paying between £25k – £30k, this property management company is recruiting for a Client Accountant on a permanent basis. The role offers both a hybrid and flexible working pattern, 24 days holiday, a benefits programme and a generous pension scheme. This company has a fantastic culture which is proven in the fact that the majority of their employees have committed to the company on a long-term basis.

The Role

The job’s main purpose is to be responsible for ensuring the delivery of excellent client service to several different clients within a portfolio.

Key accountabilities:

• Review and approval of the Assistant Client Accountant and Administrator work
• Training of Assistants and Administrators
• Completion of Profit and Loss reports and Balance Sheets
• Calculation and posting of accruals and prepayments
• Review and approval of Service Charge balance sheets
• Turnover Calculations
• Preparation and review of completion statements
• Preparation of provision for doubtful debt
• Completion of Service Charge VAT Reconciliations ensuring funds are requested or transferred to the client in a timely manner
• Invoice Approval
• Reviewing data input information and ensuring updates have been made accurately to the system
• Period Maintenance within the finance system
• Investigating and resolving any ad-hoc queries
• Attend Client Meetings

The Person

This will suit someone who has previous accounting experience, predominantly within a property or housing environment and someone who is looking to join a forward-thinking and progressive company. You can be part-qualified/qualified or QBE and be someone looking for their next career move. You must have excellent Excel skills, be organised with good attention to detail. Experience of managing/supervising staff would be advantageous and the ability to work under pressure is essential. You must have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.