This is a remote position.
Who we Are?We are a London-based, residential focused real estate management company providing expertise in investment, development and property management. We’re on a mission to create market leading rental accommodation that empowers modern explorers, meeting the need for efficient serviced living while delivering attractive returns for our investors.
We look at things differently, we put our residents first and that is key to realising our goal of being the rental provider of choice.
We currently have around 1,700 homes in operation & development - Multifamily, Urban Living & PBSA and have a significant pipeline of new deals secured in key cities across the UK.
This is an exciting time to join us. Our employees are our most valuable assets – they are the key to the success of our business as we grow and we offer ample opportunities for talented and committed people to grow with us. Come and join our family!
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Accounting Assistant to join our growing real estate company. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled finance professional to contribute to the success of a dynamic and expanding real estate management company.
Work Schedule:
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm UK TIME
- 1 hour unpaid break for lunch
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of rent collection and reconciliation processes.
- Liaise with property managers and tenants to resolve any discrepancies or issues in rent payments.
- Maintain up-to-date records of rent payments and arrears, including deferred rent schedules
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts for the real estate portfolio.
- Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial reports meet their informational needs.
- Provide detailed commentary on variances between budgeted and actual performance.
- Investigate underlying factors contributing to variances and propose corrective actions.
- Communicate variance analysis findings effectively to management and key stakeholders.
- Partner with the commercial team to evaluate performance.
- Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and optimise portfolio performance.
- Assist in the development of financial models and forecasts for new and existing properties.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
- Implement and maintain effective financial controls to safeguard assets and mitigate risks.
- Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely financial information.
- Perform daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations for accounts related to the assets.
- Identify and investigate any discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
- Ensure accurate recording and classification of all banking transactions.
- Process journal entries for prepayments, accruals, depreciation, and other relevant transactions.
- Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities, ensuring accurate recognition in financial reports.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate posting of journals in accordance with accounting principles.
- Perform commercial analysis to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Update key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the financial and operational health of the real estate portfolio.
- Provide insights and recommendations to management based on KPI analysis.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Accountant position experience preferably involving real estate accounts
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred.
- Proficiency in financial modelling, analysis, and reporting software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
United Kingdom
