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Your New Company A leading property management firm renowned for its commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction is seeking a Qualified Senior Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, portfolio-driven environment that oversees high-profile residential and commercial properties across the UK. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with the office located in Central London, and reports directly to the Senior Finance Manager. Your New Role As a Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the business through accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary tailored to property portfolios and service charge accountsBusiness partnering with property managers and asset teams to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making.Supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles across multiple properties and client accountsEnsuring compliance with internal financial controls and relevant property management regulationsAssisting with the development and refinement of financial processes and systems to suit a fast-paced, client-focused environmentThis role offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to contribute to the success of prestigious property portfolios. What You'll Need to Succeed Strong understanding of management accounting principles and financial reportingA recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)Experience working in a property management or real estate environment (or other portfolio-based business)Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and ExcelExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, especially with operational teamsA proactive and analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvementThe ability to travel to the Central London office on a hybrid basis What You'll Get in Return The opportunity to work in a leading property management firm with a strong reputationExposure to diverse property portfolios and client relationshipsA collaborative and inclusive working culture that values professionalism and innovation Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Service Charge Accountant OA are recruiting for a Service Charge Accountant to join our client s dynamic and growing team. We're looking for a Service Charge Accountant who can respond to daily challenges with a friendly, solutions-focused approach, support clients and Property Managers, adapt to evolving systems, and contribute to continuous improvement through ongoing training. Location: Edgeware Hours: 08.45-18.00 Monday to Friday. Office based. Two days working from home. Salary: £40,000-£55,000 depending on experience Service Charge Accountant Manager Benefits 28 days annual leave Onsite parking Pension Service Charge Accountant Key Responsibilities Prepare income and expenditure reports and associated documents to be sent to external accountant for preparation of service charge accounts. Liaise with external accountant to resolve queries. Take ownership for ensuring year end service charge accounts are completed on time. Assist Property Manager with budget reviews. Raise periodic service charge demands and ad hoc recharges to tenants. Liaise with external parties including clients, tenants, suppliers to resolve queries. Assist with annual audits. Assist with collection of service charge arrears. Prepare client reports. Prepare bank reconciliations. Assist with setting up new properties on the system and handovers. Ad hoc projects within the Accounts team. Service Charge Accountant Skills and Experience Previous experience of working within service charges essential. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good knowledge of Excel. Previous experience of using Qube MRI is desirable. Able to work in a team and assist colleagues when required If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV. BARNPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our Data Protection and Privacy statement and give OA Group authorisation to hold you provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.

Head of Client Accounting - Our Client , is a property management firm who has been established for over 25 years. Their portfolio includes both residential and commercial properties and due to a restructure and new business they are now looking for a Head of Client Accounting to join their team. The successful candidate will be at a Senior Client Accountant/ Account Manager level looking for their next step up. THE ROLE REQUIREMENTS for the Head of Client Accounting will include: Managing a team of 5 people. Overseeing and managing the year-end service charge accounting process. Preparing complex year-end service charge accounts. Preparing quarterly and annual client reports. Responsible for overseeing the Accounts receivable and Accounts Payable functions. Preparing bank reconciliation. Handling supplier queries. Overseeing credit control and ensuring outstanding balances are closed. Maintenance of the property management database and implementation of new AI processes/software. Collating and running reports. THE PERSON and SKILL REQUIREMENTS for the Head of Client Accounting: MUST HAVE experience of working in a property finance team. Experience of mentoring/managing staff. Experience of preparing year-end service charge accounts and client reporting. Familiar with Property Management System such as QUBE/TRAMPS/YARDI Happy to work 4/5 days in the office to start with. Please visit our website to view our current opportunities and follow us on LinkedIn for updates. Please note that due to volume we cannot get back to everyone, however every application is looked at and considered and will be held on Trident International's database for review. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days you should assume your initial application has been unsuccessful, however if suitable roles arise in the future, we will make every effort to contact you. By applying for this job, you accept the Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Our client, a leading property management company, is seeking an experienced and proactive Service Charge Accountant to take ownership of service charge accounts across a diverse retail and industrial property portfolio. This role has been created to address a backlog of accounts and historical debt, requiring an individual with strong technical expertise and the ability to manage complex reconciliations. You will work closely with surveyors, property managers, and operational teams, acting as a trusted advisor who can confidently challenge, guide, and collaborate to ensure accuracy and compliance. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on project-based work and enjoys resolving legacy issues to deliver clear, accurate financial outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Review service charge budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations for multiple properties. Investigate and resolve historical discrepancies and aged debt within service charge accounts. Ensure compliance with RICS guidelines and client-specific requirements. Liaise with surveyors and property managers to provide financial insight and support decision-making. Produce accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. Manage year-end service charge audits and respond to auditor queries. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in service charge accounting. Act as a point of contact for client queries regarding service charge accounts. You will have: Previous experience working in a Client Accounting or Service Charge positions within the real estate industry A proactive, practical approach to work Strong ability to build relationship with the wider property team Strong understanding of IT & real estate property software, experience using TRAMPS is ideal but not essential. If you are interested in tackling a project based, solution focused, where each day you are making a difference to the historic debt, then let's have a call.

Exciting Commercial Property Manager Role Norwich Your new company: Hays are excited to be working with one of the largest independent Estate Agencies and Chartered Surveyors in Norfolk, offering the complete property service across the county. With a range of specialist expertise and experience in Commercial, Residential, and Agricultural Property Consultancy and Estate Agency, which also includes a successful Holiday Lettings business providing rural and coastal retreats across Norfolk, they are an excellent company to join to expand your experience and gain the opportunity to work on a range of properties. They are a friendly team who are very close-knit and welcoming with a shared vision and drive for the future of the business as a whole, as well as the commercial team's specialised targets moving forward. About the Role: As the Commercial Property manager, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties, including retail, industrial, and office spaces, for a range of clients across Norfolk and North Suffolk. You will head up a small team within the commercial property management section which will include 2 administrators and an accountant. As the Commercial Property Manager, your key responsibilities will include maintaining returns and value for clients, ensuring prompt rent collection and forwarding to clients, as well as maintaining service charges and establishing correct budgets. You will also be overseeing the maintenance of communal areas and planning major works, liaising with contractors and suppliers, monitoring health, safety and fire risk requirements while overseeing major projects alongside a Consultant Building Surveyor, and maintaining strong Landlord and Tenant relationships. Outside of the key responsibilities, this is an exciting chance to take a property manager role and make it your own in regard to your future within this company. You have the opportunity for a clear progression plan through the company and the ability to become the head of the property management team moving forward. What you'll need to succeed: Experience managing Residential or Commercial property A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills Confidence in dealing with clients and enquiries Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team A full UK Driving Licence and use of your own vehicle What you'll get in return: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Discretionary performance-related bonus Generous holiday allowance increasing with length of service, an additional day for your birthday, and a discretionary day at Christmas Sponsored RICS membership and CPD (where applicable) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Permanent opportunity for an Estates Surveyor at council in Lancashire Your new company You will be working for a council in Lancashire Your new role You will manage the Council's operational portfolio and provide support in managing the investment property portfolio in accordance with legislation, applying good estate management practices and ensuring that the financial return on the Council's investment is maximised, to include valuations, rent reviews, service charge management, new lettings, lease renewals, easements, and general estates management. 1.Responsible for the day-to-day management of the property portfolio including : arranging new leases/licences and carrying out renewals ensuring these agreements aresatisfactorily completed within the agreed timetable, budget and service standards managing rent reviews and lease renewals, managing any rent review disputes and agreeing any variations to the lease and terms for surrenders managing lease expiries, meeting tenants on site if necessary, ensuring formal agreement is reached and documented, and making necessary arrangements for the transfer of keys, return of rent deposits, informing utilities and taking meter readings etc. Undertaking valuations for the purposes of establishing rental and capital values for new agreements or for sale of properties and negotiating and settling terms with the prospective tenant, licensee or buyer, and reinstatement values. marketing properties to let or sell, preparing heads of terms, negotiating and agreeing terms for new leases and lease renewals, appointing external marketing agents as appropriate. Instructing the conveyancing team in Legal Services on new leases, renewals and sales of properties through to completion, in line with the Council's Land Disposal Policy and relevant legislation. arranging schedules of condition, dilapidation and repair, with advice from the team's building surveyors when necessary. administering service charges on those properties where it applies, dealing with queries on service charges raised by the accountant and writing to tenants with an annual update of proposed budgets and annual update of final accounts. 2.To undertake site inspections to check compliance with terms of leases and licences and the Council'sstatutory obligations and report all non-compliance matters to take the necessary action to ensure compliance. 3.To arrange repair and maintenance works that are the Council's responsibility as Landlord, instructing the team's building surveyors when necessary and corresponding with the tenants to keep them informed of planned works and arrange inspections of vacant properties on a regular basis. 4.To monitor property budgets, ensuring delivery against the target and providing the information required for budgeting purposes on likely rent increases, impact on vacant properties e.g. general rates liability,insurance etc. 5.To provide valuation advice in accordance with the requirements of the RICS Valuation Standards (where appropriate) as required to others in the Council and technical and professional expertise to assist with the delivery of estate management in which the service unit is involved. 6.To assist in the strategic management of the properties to ensure transparency as to why and how the properties meet the Council's strategic and corporate objectives. 7.To follow the Council's internal procedures, specifically in relation to the acquisition process, notifying designated officers and Councillors at each stage. 8.To be responsible for ensuring the information held on the Council's asset management system is accurate and up to date. 9.Deal with queries from within the Council and externally, co-ordinating any responses and correspondence with Councillors. What you'll need to succeed A minimum of 2 years Estates Surveying experience A property related BSc What you'll get in return Salary £41,800-£46,100 Flexible hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

The role of Service Charge Accountant requires expertise in managing financial aspects of property portfolios. This position in Weybridge is ideal for a professional with a strong background in accounting and finance within the property industry. Client Details An exciting opportunity for a Service Charge Accountant to join a well-established, family-run property business based in Weybridge, offering on-site parking. This varied role provides autonomy, collaboration across teams, and the chance to take ownership of property finances and service charge accounting within a supportive environment. Description The key responsibilities for the role of Service Charge Accountant include: Managing commercial property finances and maintaining accurate lease records. Raising rent, service charge, utility, and insurance invoices and posting tenant receipts. Preparing completion statements for new leases and monthly rent pay-overs to landlords. Performing bank reconciliations and assisting with monthly and quarterly accounts. Collaborating on annual service charge budgets, preparing cashflows, and managing tenant communications. Preparing year-end service charge accounts for audit and liaising with auditors. Handling tenant queries and ensuring all financial data is accurate and up to date. Profile A successful Service Charge Accountant should have: A minimum of 3 years' accounting experience, ideally including commercial service charges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with colleagues and tenants. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads independently. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). A proactive, positive attitude with the ability to work to tight deadlines. Experience with sales and purchase ledger functions and full P&L and balance sheet reconciliations is desirable. A team player mindset, able to collaborate while taking ownership of responsibilities. Job Offer The role of Service Charge Accountant offers a competitive salary of 40,000 - 45,000 per annum, plus: A full-time, permanent role with a well-established, family-run property business. A supportive and collaborative working environment with the opportunity to take ownership of commercial property finances. Comprehensive training and handover from the outgoing accountant. Career development opportunities within a growing property business. Convenient Weybridge location with on-site parking. Competitive salary and benefits reflective of experience.

Exciting Commercial Property Manager Role Norwich Your new company: Hays are excited to be working with one of the largest independent Estate Agencies and Chartered Surveyors in Norfolk, offering the complete property service across the county. With a range of specialist expertise and experience in Commercial, Residential, and Agricultural Property Consultancy and Estate Agency, which also includes a successful Holiday Lettings business providing rural and coastal retreats across Norfolk, they are an excellent company to join to expand your experience and gain the opportunity to work on a range of properties. They are a friendly team who are very close-knit and welcoming with a shared vision and drive for the future of the business as a whole, as well as the commercial team's specialised targets moving forward. About the Role: As the Commercial Property manager, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties, including retail, industrial, and office spaces, for a range of clients across Norfolk and North Suffolk. You will head up a small team within the commercial property management section which will include 2 administrators and an accountant. As the Commercial Property Manager, your key responsibilities will include maintaining returns and value for clients, ensuring prompt rent collection and forwarding to clients, as well as maintaining service charges and establishing correct budgets. You will also be overseeing the maintenance of communal areas and planning major works, liaising with contractors and suppliers, monitoring health, safety and fire risk requirements while overseeing major projects alongside a Consultant Building Surveyor, and maintaining strong Landlord and Tenant relationships. Outside of the key responsibilities, this is an exciting chance to take a property manager role and make it your own in regard to your future within this company. You have the opportunity for a clear progression plan through the company and the ability to become the head of the property management team moving forward. What you'll need to succeed: Experience managing Residential or Commercial property A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills Confidence in dealing with clients and enquiries Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team A full UK Driving Licence and use of your own vehicle What you'll get in return: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Discretionary performance-related bonus Generous holiday allowance increasing with length of service, an additional day for your birthday, and a discretionary day at Christmas Sponsored RICS membership and CPD (where applicable) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Company Info   Our clients are an established, leading and independent property consultancy with offices based in Brighton and Crawley, from which they comprehensively cover Sussex, Surrey and the South East region. They provide both commercial and residential estate agency, asset and property management and a range of valuation and property services. . Job Purpose   Managing a portfolio of residential & mixed-use blocks and estates on behalf of our client’s Freehold customers, RMC’s and RTM Companies located along the South Coast of England and predominantly in or around Brighton   Hours:  Monday to Friday 09:00 – 5:30 with 1 hr lunch break (37.5hrs) In addition to be available for client’s meetings during evenings and weekends To be on call (by telephone) for Saturday help desk cover approximately every 6 weeks, 9am-1pm)   Position summary Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to: To provide an efficient and effective service to landlords and long leaseholders, including contractual and financial management.  To develop and maintain a culture of good public relations and customer care. To attend monthly department meetings and weekly Property Manager meetings and to present progress reports to the Head of Department on a fortnightly basis.  To prepare and issue service charge budgets to quarterly deadlines.  To review draft annual service accounts prior to issue to external accountants, to sign and issue finalised accounts to our client’s customers and leaseholders.   To carry out routine (normally six monthly) and emergency inspections of properties and prepare inspection reports for internal action and reference.  To ensure compliance requirements in respect to health and safety including fire risk are assessed as required appointing accredited professional where appropriate and to ensure actions are completed against assessed and required deadlines To diagnose basic defects and put forward suitable remedies for repairs and to engage Surveyors/Structural Engineers to complete diagnostic investigations where appropriate. To prepare basic long-term maintenance plans and to engage Surveyors to prepare more complex long-term capital expenditure plans.  To assist Administrators in handling enquiries from lessees relating to repairs, general service charge queries and all aspects of property management.  To read, understand and apply the requirements of leases pertaining to Residential & Mixed-Use Block Management, particularly in the identification and discharge of covenants as they apply to responsibilities for maintenance and repair.  To produce specifications for cyclical maintenance (e.g., Internal redecorations) and contract/term maintenance agreements (e.g. cleaning, gardening, lifts, entry phone systems), to draw up tender documents, review tenders and appoint contractors.  To administer S20 consultations in respect of qualifying major works.  To liaise with Major Works Co-ordinator, Building Surveyor, or other external Building Surveying resources in respect of Section 20 projects.  To draft and issue licences for alterations in consultation and at instruction of our clients customers  To actively promote referrals & cross-selling of services within PS&B.  To be motivated to generate income from services provided within the role and department and to promote and assist where possible in the acquisition of new business.  To liaise with the accounts department in respect of financial matters  To liaise with the insurance department in respect of insurance matters.  To attend meetings of lessees, AGMs, and Resident Association meetings.  To act as line manager for the appointment and management of on-site scheme managers and caretakers, both day and residential appointment To provide management information for pre-contract enquiries to PS&B management/legal enquiries administrator.  Candidate Requirements: Good level of experience and understanding of managing residential and mixed-use property and estate management. Committed to providing a high standard of customer care with excellent customer facing skills Be a team player. A sound knowledge of various building construction forms and techniques for their repair and maintenance. An appreciation of the legislation framework pertaining to long leasehold residential and mixed-use management, both current and past, but most particularly an understanding of The Landlord and Tenant Acts 1985 & 1987 & The Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 (CALRA). Good public relation and communication skills, orally and written, good telephone manner. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, e.g. freeholders, lessees, contractors, etc. Possess good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, QUBE (formerly Estate Computer System (ECS)), email, etc. An ability to read, understand and apply relevant clauses within residential leases, particularly in respect of the various covenants pertaining to responsibilities for repair and maintenance.  Qualifications: IRPM qualified or part qualified or prepared to take the IRPM examinations.

Company Info   Our clients are a long-established Brighton property firm with a respected and revered Professional Services Department that provides accurate and detailed valuation advice their customers. All surveyors are RICS registered, with expertise in property law and excellent knowledge of the county of Sussex and surrounding area.   Job Purpose   Managing a portfolio of residential & mixed-use blocks and estates on behalf of our client’s Freehold customers, RMC’s and RTM Companies located along the South Coast of England and predominantly in or around Brighton   Hours:  Monday to Friday 09:00 – 5:30 with 1 hr lunch break (37.5hrs) In addition to be available for client’s meetings during evenings and weekends To be on call (by telephone) for Saturday help desk cover approximately every 6 weeks, 9am-1pm)   Position summary Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to: To provide an efficient and effective service to landlords and long leaseholders, including contractual and financial management.  To develop and maintain a culture of good public relations and customer care. To attend monthly department meetings and weekly Property Manager meetings and to present progress reports to the Head of Department on a fortnightly basis.  To prepare and issue service charge budgets to quarterly deadlines.  To review draft annual service accounts prior to issue to external accountants, to sign and issue finalised accounts to our client’s customers and leaseholders.   To carry out routine (normally six monthly) and emergency inspections of properties and prepare inspection reports for internal action and reference.  To ensure compliance requirements in respect to health and safety including fire risk are assessed as required appointing accredited professional where appropriate and to ensure actions are completed against assessed and required deadlines To diagnose basic defects and put forward suitable remedies for repairs and to engage Surveyors/Structural Engineers to complete diagnostic investigations where appropriate. To prepare basic long-term maintenance plans and to engage Surveyors to prepare more complex long-term capital expenditure plans.  To assist Administrators in handling enquiries from lessees relating to repairs, general service charge queries and all aspects of property management.  To read, understand and apply the requirements of leases pertaining to Residential & Mixed-Use Block Management, particularly in the identification and discharge of covenants as they apply to responsibilities for maintenance and repair.  To produce specifications for cyclical maintenance (e.g., Internal redecorations) and contract/term maintenance agreements (e.g. cleaning, gardening, lifts, entry phone systems), to draw up tender documents, review tenders and appoint contractors.  To administer S20 consultations in respect of qualifying major works.  To liaise with Major Works Co-ordinator, Building Surveyor, or other external Building Surveying resources in respect of Section 20 projects.  To draft and issue licences for alterations in consultation and at instruction of our clients customers  To actively promote referrals & cross-selling of services within PS&B.  To be motivated to generate income from services provided within the role and department and to promote and assist where possible in the acquisition of new business.  To liaise with the accounts department in respect of financial matters  To liaise with the insurance department in respect of insurance matters.  To attend meetings of lessees, AGMs, and Resident Association meetings.  To act as line manager for the appointment and management of on-site scheme managers and caretakers, both day and residential appointment To provide management information for pre-contract enquiries to PS&B management/legal enquiries administrator.  Candidate Requirements: Good level of experience and understanding of managing residential and mixed-use property and estate management. Committed to providing a high standard of customer care with excellent customer facing skills Be a team player. A sound knowledge of various building construction forms and techniques for their repair and maintenance. An appreciation of the legislation framework pertaining to long leasehold residential and mixed-use management, both current and past, but most particularly an understanding of The Landlord and Tenant Acts 1985 & 1987 & The Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 (CALRA). Good public relation and communication skills, orally and written, good telephone manner. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, e.g. freeholders, lessees, contractors, etc. Possess good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, QUBE (formerly Estate Computer System (ECS)), email, etc. An ability to read, understand and apply relevant clauses within residential leases, particularly in respect of the various covenants pertaining to responsibilities for repair and maintenance.  Qualifications: IRPM qualified or part qualified or prepared to take the IRPM examinations.

Company Info Our clients are an established, leading and independent property consultancy with offices based in Brighton and Crawley, from which they comprehensively cover Sussex, Surrey and the South East region. They provide both commercial and residential estate agency, asset and property management and a range of valuation and property services. . Job Purpose Managing a portfolio of residential & mixed-use blocks and estates on behalf of our client’s Freehold customers, RMC’s and RTM Companies located along the South Coast of England and predominantly in or around Brighton Hours:  Monday to Friday 09:00 – 5:30 with 1 hr lunch break (37.5hrs)  In addition to be available for client’s meetings during evenings and weekends  To be on call (by telephone) for Saturday help desk cover approximately every 6 weeks, 9am- 1pm) Position summary Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to:  To provide an efficient and effective service to landlords and long leaseholders, including contractual and financial management.  To develop and maintain a culture of good public relations and customer care.  To attend monthly department meetings and weekly Property Manager meetings and to present progress reports to the Head of Department on a fortnightly basis.  To prepare and issue service charge budgets to quarterly deadlines.  To review draft annual service accounts prior to issue to external accountants, to sign and issue finalised accounts to our client’s customers and leaseholders.  To carry out routine (normally six monthly) and emergency inspections of properties and prepare inspection reports for internal action and reference.  To ensure compliance requirements in respect to health and safety including fire risk are assessed as required appointing accredited professional where appropriate and to ensure actions are completed against assessed and required deadlines  To diagnose basic defects and put forward suitable remedies for repairs and to engage Surveyors/Structural Engineers to complete diagnostic investigations where appropriate.  To prepare basic long-term maintenance plans and to engage Surveyors to prepare more complex long-term capital expenditure plans.  To assist Administrators in handling enquiries from lessees relating to repairs, general service charge queries and all aspects of property management.  To read, understand and apply the requirements of leases pertaining to Residential & Mixed- Use Block Management, particularly in the identification and discharge of covenants as they apply to responsibilities for maintenance and repair.  To produce specifications for cyclical maintenance (e.g., Internal redecorations) and contract/term maintenance agreements (e.g. cleaning, gardening, lifts, entry phone systems), to draw up tender documents, review tenders and appoint contractors.  To administer S20 consultations in respect of qualifying major works.  To liaise with Major Works Co-ordinator, Building Surveyor, or other external Building Surveying resources in respect of Section 20 projects.  To draft and issue licences for alterations in consultation and at instruction of our clients customers  To actively promote referrals & cross-selling of services within PS&B.  To be motivated to generate income from services provided within the role and department and to promote and assist where possible in the acquisition of new business.  To liaise with the accounts department in respect of financial matters  To liaise with the insurance department in respect of insurance matters.  To attend meetings of lessees, AGMs, and Resident Association meetings.  To act as line manager for the appointment and management of on-site scheme managers and caretakers, both day and residential appointment  To provide management information for pre-contract enquiries to PS&B management/legal enquiries administrator. Candidate Requirements:  Good level of experience and understanding of managing residential and mixed-use property and estate management.  Committed to providing a high standard of customer care with excellent customer facing skills  Be a team player.  A sound knowledge of various building construction forms and techniques for their repair and maintenance.  An appreciation of the legislation framework pertaining to long leasehold residential and mixed-use management, both current and past, but most particularly an understanding of The Landlord and Tenant Acts 1985 & 1987 & The Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 (CALRA).  Good public relation and communication skills, orally and written, good telephone manner.  Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, e.g. freeholders, lessees, contractors, etc.  Possess good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, QUBE (formerly Estate Computer System (ECS)), email, etc.  An ability to read, understand and apply relevant clauses within residential leases, particularly in respect of the various covenants pertaining to responsibilities for repair and maintenance.  Qualifications: o IRPM qualified or part qualified or prepared to take the IRPM examinations.

Are you a Property Accountant? Are you Part-Qualified? If so, please read further… Accountancy Action is currently recruiting for a Property Accountant for a business based in South West London. Candidates will be responsible for all aspects of property accounting, including VAT to rent collection. Main Duties: • All aspects of service charges including developing/issuing budgets to preparation of quarterly service charge accounts • Preparation of quarterly VAT returns • Assist with general budgeting and project analysis • Management accounts/statutory reporting • Supervision of junior members Candidates must be from the property industry, with a good understanding of commercial property leases. Please apply NOW should this be relevant to you! Due to the large numbers of responses we receive, despite our best efforts it is not possible to respond to every application. Therefore only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this particular role and if you haven’t heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free however to apply for further roles and we will certainly keep your details on file and contact you with suitable vacancies. Accountancy Action Ltd is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy