Service Charge Accountant

Job Title: Service Charge AccountantLocation: Poole - Hybrid 2 days from homeBrand: Glide Salary: Competitive Salary PackageHours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmAbout Glide: Glide, a new type of property management partner, here to ensure residential block management is stress-free, whether you're a leaseholder or a block owner. As part of LRG, we cover every corner of the UK with our group of brands, but that doesn't mean we're a faceless agency with a different contact every time you reach out. In fact, it's precisely the opposite; we're friendly, helpful and, most importantly, we know your home inside out, just like you do. Job Summary and key responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Daily allocation of leaseholder/supplier payments via the block management system.Inputting budgets into the system and issuing service charge and ground rent invoices.Monthly bank reconciliationsPreparing and reviewing on boarding and off boarding accountsResolving account problems, queries and transactions received from clientsAttending meetings online / in person at the office with clients.Accounts vs Budget monthly reviews and ability to explain variances to clients and Property ManagersYear end and budgeting reporting requirements for individual locationsLiaise with external accountants for the preparation of Service Charge AccountsSystem housekeepingRelease of payments from the bank for contractorsAnswering daily calls to assist with supplier and client queriesSuperb customer service skills to clients and internal property management team via written and verbal communicationEnsuring all deadlines are adhered toAbility to work under pressure and identify key prioritiesWhat are we looking for: Good written and oral communication skillsAble to plan and prioritiseExcellent IT skills - Experience of Microsoft suite of products, Word, Excel etc.Attention to detailManaging a teamAble to communicate at all levelsExperience of using Property Management accounts systems, ideally MRI Qube and/or ResidentKnowledge of conveyancingService charge accounting experienceBlock Management finance experienceKnowledge of property market and associated servicesKnowledge of ARMA compliance rulesTeam leadershipExperience of busy month end routinesExperience of working in a sales orientated industryExperience of divisional or departmental accountsActively studying/Qualified AAT / ACCA / CIMAWhat we can offer you: Proven track record for career growth and advancement within the company Market leading training and ongoing professional development  Access to a diverse portfolio of properties Supportive and collaborative team environment Benefits: Competitive Salary Package Quarterly and yearly awards Salary sacrifice pension scheme  Generous Holiday allowance, increasing by 1 day per year based on service up to an additional 5 days holiday per year LRG are an equal opportunities employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual to our team who shares or commitment to excellence in the Real Estate Industry. LRG does not engage the services of Recruitment agencies for the purpose of hiring. All job openings are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment team. We do not accept unsolicited CVS’s or candidate referral from Recruitment agencies, and any such submissions will not be considered.