Job Description

FirstPort, are on an ambitious journey to redefine excellence in UK residential property management. We are committed to elevating and resetting industry standards to be the most trusted and professional residential property management company.By joining us as a Service Charge Accountant you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vision:

• Impactful Work: You will directly support FirstPort's mission to elevate industry standards and provide an exceptional service to our customers.
• Professional Growth: With access to accredited training and development programmes, you will be empowered to reach your potential.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a culture where collaboration and innovation thrive, ensuring you feel valued and supported every step of the way.
• A Future of Opportunity: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of residential property management in the UK.

At the core of everything we do are our leadership principles:

• Collaborative: We work together, combining expertise to deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers
• Consistent: We deliver dependable results, building trust with customers and colleagues.
• Simple: We simplify the complex, ensuring our financial processes are straightforward and understood.
• Clear: We communicate with clarity, making information accessible and transparent to all stakeholders.

Your Role, Your ImpactAs a Service Charge Accountant, you will help manage service charge accounts for residential and commercial properties. This involves supporting the senior team with budgeting, reconciliation, and reporting to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with regulations.Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and maintaining service charge cost estimates
• Manage a portfolio of service charge accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review financial statements for homeowners
• Deliver to department metrics & support wider team

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; accounting software knowledge is a plus.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A relevant accounting qualification (e.g. AAT) is a plus but not required.

What's in it for you?Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We will provide you with the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages depending on the grade of your role, such as private medical insurance, pension contributions and life assurance. In addition, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you, and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health, including discounted gym membership for all colleagues.DiversityWe're committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will ensure we make any adjustments that we can to support both through the recruitment and on-boarding process.Ready to make a difference?If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference we'd love to hear from you!All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.Join us at FirstPort, where we not only manage properties but strive to lead and transform the industry. Together, we can make a difference - for our customers, our colleagues, and the future of residential property management in the UK.Elevate your career. Reset the standard. Join FirstPort.Job AdvertNot SpecifiedAbout The CompanyNot Specified

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