Are you an accomplished Service Charge Officer or Assistant Accountant within the housing sector, eager for a fresh opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation? Looking for a position that not only values your technical skills in areas such as Excel proficiency but also prioritises your personal development and growth within a supportive and inclusive work environment? Want a role that offers flexibility and excellent employee benefits? If yes, read on.
Robertson Bell are partnering with this social housing provider as they go to market for a Service Charge Officer on a permanent basis. Don't miss out on the chance to join this forward-thinking organisation as they play a crucial role in supporting local communities and expanding your professional skill set.
In this Service Charge Officer role, you will:
- Spearhead a critical project investigating cost recovery across 30 high-rise properties, analysing costs and their relation to service charges.
- Manage the service charge setting process for a designated portfolio of properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation and policies.
- Coordinate the calculation of service charge estimates and actuals every six months, providing valuable insights to stakeholders.
- Support the development of your team members through informal training and job shadowing opportunities.
- Assist the Team Leader with statutory returns, monthly reports, and variance analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Based in Birmingham, the successful candidate will benefit from a hybrid working model, allowing for remote work flexibility throughout the week. Additionally, you will enjoy a competitive annual leave entitlement, generous pension contributions, and participation in an employee discount program.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in a finance role within a housing association or private property provider.
- Proficiency in Excel, including Vlookups, pivot tables, and expense code mapping, alongside a knack for process improvement.
- (Ideally) Experience in budgeting, fixed costs, variable analysis, and accounts reconciliation.
- A commitment to the moral compass of social housing, a desire to make a positive impact and ideally have an understanding or experience of service charge.
If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application below. Please note that CVs are reviewed regularly, and the position may close early.