Job Title: Accounts Assistant (Property)
Location: Hitchin
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
The Accounts Assistant will support the finance team with a variety of accounting tasks, including the preparation and maintenance of financial records, reconciliation of accounts, and processing of invoices. The role requires excellent organizational and numerical skills, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience or exposure to service charge accounting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to develop their career in finance.
Key Responsibilities:
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Financial Record Maintenance:
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Assist in maintaining accurate financial records for a portfolio of properties or clients.
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Process invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely manner.
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Ensure that financial data is recorded accurately in the accounting system.
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Reconciliations:
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Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to ensure consistency and accuracy.
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Assist in the reconciliation of service charge accounts, identifying discrepancies and reporting issues to senior staff.
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Service Charge Support:
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Provide assistance in the preparation and review of service charge budgets.
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Help with the reconciliation of service charge accounts and year-end statements.
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Support property managers with service charge queries, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
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Accounts Payable and Receivable:
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Process and manage supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and approval.
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Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with credit control procedures.
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Ensure timely and accurate payment runs.
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Financial Reporting:
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Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and other financial reports.
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Provide ad hoc financial data and analysis as required by the finance team.
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Administrative Support:
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Assist with the filing and organization of financial documents.
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Support the finance team with day-to-day administrative tasks, including data entry and document management.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Education:
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AAT qualification (or working towards) or equivalent.
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Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred but not essential.
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Experience:
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Previous experience in an accounting or finance role.
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Exposure to service charge accounting or property management is preferred but not essential.
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Experience with accounting software (such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero) is beneficial.
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Skills:
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Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail.
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Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
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Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
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Strong organizational and time-management skills.
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A proactive approach to problem-solving and learning.
Key Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast-paced environment.